How To Fix RECEPR170 - Note: Longer runtime and greater memory consumption due to active trace

RECEPR170 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RECEPR - Messages for Contract Valuation

• Message number: 170

• Message text: Note: Longer runtime and greater memory consumption due to active trace

What causes this issue?

When a trace is active, the log messages are buffered with an extended
data set. This increases the runtime and memory consumption.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

RECEPR170 - Details

• The SAP error message RECEPR170 indicates that there is a longer runtime and greater memory consumption due to an active trace in the system. This message typically arises when performance tracing is enabled for certain transactions or processes, which can lead to increased resource usage.
  
  Cause:
  
  Active Trace: The primary cause of this error is that a performance trace (such as ST01 or ST05) is currently active. When tracing is enabled, the system collects detailed information about the execution of transactions, which can significantly impact performance.
  High Volume of Data: If the trace is capturing a large volume of data, it can lead to increased memory consumption and longer processing times.
  System Configuration: Certain configurations or settings in the SAP system may exacerbate the issue, especially if the system is already under heavy load.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Deactivate the Trace: The most straightforward solution is to deactivate the active trace. You can do this by:
  Going to the transaction