How To Fix OA2DEVTRC002 - SQL Trace started by &. Do you want to stop it and start again?

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OA2DEVTRC -

• Message number: 002

• Message text: SQL Trace started by &. Do you want to stop it and start again?

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OA2DEVTRC002 - SQL Trace started by &. Do you want to stop it and start again? ?

  The SAP error message OA2DEVTRC002 indicates that an SQL trace has been started in the system, and the system is prompting you to decide whether you want to stop the current trace and start a new one. This message typically appears when you are working with SQL traces in the SAP environment, particularly when using transaction codes like ST05 (SQL Trace) or ST12 (Single Transaction Analysis).
  Cause:
  
  SQL Trace Already Active: The error occurs because an SQL trace is already running for the user or session. When you attempt to start a new trace, the system detects that a trace is already active.
  Multiple Traces: You may have inadvertently tried to start multiple traces without stopping the previous one.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Stop the Current Trace: If you want to start a new trace, you can choose to stop the current trace. You can do this by:
  
  Going to the SQL Trace screen (transaction ST05).
  Selecting the option to stop the trace.
  Confirming the action.
  
  
  
  Start a New Trace: After stopping the current trace, you can start a new trace by:
  
  Clicking on the "Activate Trace" button in the SQL Trace screen.
  Performing the actions you want to trace.
  
  
  
  Review Trace Settings: Ensure that you have the correct settings for the trace you want to perform. You may want to adjust the trace options based on your requirements.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  ST05: SQL Trace - Used to analyze SQL statements executed in the system.
  ST12: Single Transaction Analysis - Combines SQL trace and runtime analysis for a more comprehensive view.
  
  
  
  Performance Analysis: SQL traces are useful for performance tuning and identifying slow-running queries or database performance issues.
  
  
  User Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to start and stop SQL traces in the SAP system.
  
  
  Trace Files: After stopping a trace, you can analyze the trace files to identify performance bottlenecks or issues with specific SQL statements.
  
  
  If you continue to experience issues or if the trace does not stop as expected, you may need to consult with your SAP Basis team or refer to SAP documentation for further troubleshooting steps.