How To Fix OA174 - System log deactivated

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OA - SAP ArchiveLink: Messages for SAP ArchiveLink

• Message number: 174

• Message text: System log deactivated

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OA174 - System log deactivated ?

  The SAP error message OA174 "System log deactivated" typically indicates that the system log (transaction SM21) has been deactivated in your SAP system. This can happen for various reasons, such as configuration changes, system performance considerations, or administrative actions.
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Changes: The system log may have been intentionally deactivated by an administrator for performance reasons or due to specific system settings.
  System Performance: In some cases, if the system is under heavy load, logging may be temporarily disabled to improve performance.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view the system log, leading to the perception that it is deactivated.
  Technical Issues: There may be underlying technical issues or errors in the system that have caused the logging to stop.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration: 
  
  Go to transaction RZ10 and check the profile parameters related to logging. Look for parameters like rdisp/logging and ensure that they are set to the appropriate values (usually 1 for enabled).
  If the parameter is set to 0, change it to 1 and restart the instance.
  
  
  
  Review System Performance: 
  
  If the system is under heavy load, consider optimizing performance or scheduling logging during off-peak hours.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations: 
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the system log. Check the user roles and profiles.
  
  
  
  Restart the System: 
  
  In some cases, a system restart may be required to re-enable logging if it was disabled due to a temporary issue.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes: 
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this issue. There may be specific patches or updates that need to be applied.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: 
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SM21 - System Log
  RZ10 - Profile Maintenance
  RZ11 - Profile Parameter Maintenance
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to system logging and performance tuning for more insights.
  Monitoring Tools: Utilize SAP monitoring tools to keep track of system performance and logging status.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the OA174 error and take appropriate action to resolve it.