How To Fix GLE_AL_ECS_SRV002 - Error when adding message '&1' to the application log

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GLE_AL_ECS_SRV - ECS General Services

• Message number: 002

• Message text: Error when adding message '&1' to the application log

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GLE_AL_ECS_SRV002 - Error when adding message '&1' to the application log ?

  The SAP error message GLE_AL_ECS_SRV002 typically indicates an issue related to the application log when trying to add a message to it. This error can occur in various contexts, often related to the General Ledger (GLE) or other financial applications within SAP.
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to write to the application log.
  Log Configuration: The application log may not be properly configured or may have reached its size limit.
  Technical Issues: There could be underlying technical issues, such as database problems or inconsistencies in the application log tables.
  Message Formatting: The message being added may not be formatted correctly or may contain invalid characters.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the GLE_AL_ECS_SRV002 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to write to the application log. You can check this in transaction SU53 after the error occurs.
  
  
  
  Review Application Log Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration of the application log. You can do this using transaction SLG1 to view existing logs and see if there are any issues.
  If the log has reached its size limit, consider archiving old logs or increasing the size limit.
  
  
  
  Database Consistency:
  
  Run database consistency checks to ensure that there are no issues with the application log tables. You can use transaction SE11 to check the structure of the relevant tables.
  
  
  
  Check Message Content:
  
  Review the message being added to the log. Ensure that it does not contain any invalid characters or formatting issues.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If the issue persists, consider debugging the program or function module that is trying to write to the application log. This can help identify the exact point of failure.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. You can search the SAP Support Portal for updates or patches that may resolve the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SLG1: Display Application Log
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  SE11: Data Dictionary (to check table structures)
  
  
  
  Application Log Tables:
  
  The application log is typically stored in tables like SLG1 and SLG2. You may want to check these tables for any anomalies.
  
  
  
  SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance, providing them with the error details and any relevant logs.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the GLE_AL_ECS_SRV002 error effectively.