How To Fix ESH_ENG_CDS_ABAP084 - Error writing application log

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_ENG_CDS_ABAP - ES-CDS/ABAP

• Message number: 084

• Message text: Error writing application log

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_ENG_CDS_ABAP084 - Error writing application log ?

  The SAP error message ESH_ENG_CDS_ABAP084 indicates an issue related to writing to the application log in the context of the SAP Enterprise Search (ESH) or Core Data Services (CDS) in ABAP. This error can occur due to various reasons, and understanding the cause and potential solutions can help in resolving the issue.
  Possible Causes:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the operation may not have the necessary authorizations to write to the application log.
  Log Table Issues: The underlying database tables used for storing application logs may be locked, corrupted, or have reached their size limits.
  System Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the SAP system that prevent the application log from being written.
  Memory Issues: Insufficient memory or resources on the application server could lead to failures in writing logs.
  Transport Issues: If the error occurs after a transport, there may be inconsistencies in the transported objects.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to write to the application log. You can check the authorization objects related to logging (e.g., S_LOG_AUTH).
  
  
  Check Log Tables: 
  
  Use transaction SLG1 to view the application logs and check for any issues.
  Check the relevant log tables (e.g., SLG1, SLG0) for locks or corruption. You may need to perform a database consistency check or clear old logs if the table size is an issue.
  
  
  
  System Configuration: 
  
  Review the configuration settings related to logging in your SAP system. Ensure that the logging framework is properly set up.
  Check for any recent changes in configuration that might have affected logging.
  
  
  
  Monitor System Resources: 
  
  Use transaction SM50 or SM66 to monitor the system's performance and check for any memory or resource bottlenecks.
  If necessary, consider increasing the memory allocation for the application server.
  
  
  
  Review Transport Logs: If the error started occurring after a transport, review the transport logs for any errors or inconsistencies. You may need to re-import the transport or correct any issues.
  
  
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider debugging the relevant ABAP code to identify where the failure occurs. You can set breakpoints in the code that handles the application log writing.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. There may be patches or updates available that resolve known issues.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SLG1: Display Application Log
  SLG0: Application Log Overview
  SM21: System Log
  SM37: Job Monitoring
  
  
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for documentation on application logging and troubleshooting.
  
  If the issue continues after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, providing them with detailed information about the error and the context in which it occurs.