How To Fix /PF1/MSG_LOG_GUI002 - No log exists

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PF1/MSG_LOG_GUI -

• Message number: 002

• Message text: No log exists

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PF1/MSG_LOG_GUI002 - No log exists ?

  The SAP error message /PF1/MSG_LOG_GUI002 No log exists typically indicates that there is no log available for the operation you are trying to perform. This can occur in various contexts, such as when you are trying to view logs for a job, transaction, or process that has not generated any log entries.
  Causes:
  
  No Logs Generated: The operation you are trying to check may not have produced any logs. This can happen if the process completed successfully without any issues or if it was terminated before any log entries could be created.
  Log Deletion: Logs may have been deleted or purged from the system due to retention policies or manual deletion.
  Incorrect Log Selection: You may be trying to access logs for a job or transaction that does not exist or for which you do not have the correct selection criteria.
  Authorization Issues: Lack of proper authorizations to view logs can also lead to this message, although it typically would show a different error message.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Process Status: Verify if the process or job you are trying to view logs for has actually run. You can check the job status in transaction codes like SM37 (for background jobs) or SLG1 (for application logs).
  Review Selection Criteria: Ensure that you are using the correct selection criteria when trying to access logs. Double-check the date range, job name, or other parameters.
  Check for Job Completion: If you are looking for logs related to a background job, ensure that the job has completed. If it is still running or has failed, there may not be logs available yet.
  Consult with Basis Team: If you suspect that logs have been deleted or if you are facing authorization issues, consult with your SAP Basis team or system administrator for assistance.
  Re-run the Process: If applicable, you may want to re-run the process or job to generate logs, especially if you are troubleshooting an issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  SM37 for monitoring background jobs.
  SLG1 for viewing application logs.
  SM21 for system logs.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to logging and error messages.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for the specific module or process you are working with to understand how logging is handled.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support for further assistance.