How To Fix FTI_LDB_MESSAGE318 - Effective Log UUID is missing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FTI_LDB_MESSAGE - Messages for TR OLTP Reporting Using Logical Databases

• Message number: 318

• Message text: Effective Log UUID is missing

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FTI_LDB_MESSAGE318 - Effective Log UUID is missing ?

  The SAP error message FTI_LDB_MESSAGE318 indicating that the "Effective Log UUID is missing" typically arises in the context of SAP's Financial Transaction Management (FTI) or related modules where logging and tracking of transactions are crucial. This error suggests that the system is unable to find a unique identifier (UUID) for a log entry that is expected to be present.
  Causes:
  
  Data Corruption: The log data may be corrupted or incomplete, leading to the absence of the UUID.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be misconfigurations in the system settings related to logging or transaction management.
  System Updates or Changes: Recent updates or changes to the system might have affected the logging mechanism.
  Missing Entries: The log entries that should have been created during a transaction may not have been generated due to an error in the transaction process.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check System Logs: Review the system logs for any related errors or warnings that could provide more context about the