How To Fix FSPP_PP074 - Trace mode activated

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FSPP_PP - FS: Parallel Processing

• Message number: 074

• Message text: Trace mode activated

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FSPP_PP074 - Trace mode activated ?

  The SAP error message FSPP_PP074 with the description "Trace mode activated" typically indicates that the system is currently in a trace mode for a specific process or transaction. This can happen for various reasons, often related to debugging or performance analysis.
  Cause:
  
  Trace Mode Activation: The trace mode may have been activated intentionally for debugging purposes or inadvertently due to a configuration setting.
  Performance Monitoring: Sometimes, trace mode is enabled to monitor performance issues or to gather detailed logs for analysis.
  User Action: A user or administrator may have activated the trace mode without realizing the implications.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Deactivate Trace Mode: 
  
  If you have access to the system, you can deactivate the trace mode. This is usually done through transaction codes like ST01 (System Trace) or ST05 (SQL Trace).
  In the trace tool, you can stop the trace and save the settings.
  
  
  
  Check User Settings: 
  
  Review user settings or profiles to ensure that trace mode is not set to activate by default.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific instructions on managing trace settings.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: 
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if this is affecting system performance or functionality.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  ST01: System Trace
  ST05: SQL Trace
  SM21: System Log
  SLG1: Application Log
  
  
  Performance Monitoring: Understanding how to monitor and analyze performance can help prevent the need for trace mode in the future.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that only authorized personnel can activate trace modes to avoid unintended performance issues.
  
  Best Practices:
  
  Regularly review system settings and user permissions to prevent unauthorized changes.
  Document any changes made to trace settings for future reference.
  Use trace mode judiciously and only when necessary to avoid performance degradation.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the FSPP_PP074 error and manage trace settings effectively in your SAP environment.