How To Fix GOAL014 - Trace &1 belongs to other user (&2)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GOAL - GOAL

• Message number: 014

• Message text: Trace &1 belongs to other user (&2)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GOAL014 - Trace &1 belongs to other user (&2) ?

  The SAP error message GOAL014 indicates that a trace file (identified by &1) is associated with a different user than the one currently logged in (identified by &2). This typically occurs in the context of performance analysis or debugging when a user attempts to access a trace file that they do not have permission to view.
  Cause:
  
  User Permissions: The trace file was created by a different user, and the current user does not have the necessary permissions to access it.
  Trace File Ownership: SAP trace files are often user-specific, meaning that only the user who created the trace can access it.
  Session Context: The error may arise if a user is trying to access traces from a different session or user context.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check User Permissions: Ensure that the user has the appropriate permissions to access the trace file. This may involve adjusting roles or authorizations in the SAP system.
  Access as the Correct User: If possible, log in as the user who created the trace file to access it directly.
  Use Transaction ST05: If you are trying to analyze performance issues, consider using transaction ST05 (SQL Trace) or ST12 (Combined Trace) to create new traces under your user ID.
  Contact Administrator: If you need access to the trace file for troubleshooting, contact your SAP system administrator to either grant you access or to retrieve the necessary information from the trace file.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Trace Files: Trace files in SAP are used for performance analysis and debugging. They can contain detailed information about database calls, program execution, and other system activities.
  Authorization Objects: Check the relevant authorization objects (like S_USER_AUTH) to ensure that the user has the necessary rights to access trace files.
  SAP Notes: Look for SAP Notes related to trace file access issues for any specific patches or updates that may address this problem.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the GOAL014 error and access the necessary trace information.