How To Fix RLFW425 - Parameter rsdb/zdm_dbsl_mode should have value 'on'.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RLFW - Messages for runlevel framework

• Message number: 425

• Message text: Parameter rsdb/zdm_dbsl_mode should have value 'on'.

What causes this issue?

You requested a read-only mode with special handling for illegal write
accesses. Instead of a dump a write access causes an error message.

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?

Either the read-only mode must be activated with different settings, so
that illegal write accesses cause a dump.
Or the system settings must be changed. Only with parameter
rsdb/zdm_dbsl_mode = 'on' the system is able to turn short dumps into
error messages.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RLFW425 - Parameter rsdb/zdm_dbsl_mode should have value 'on'. ?

  The SAP error message RLFW425 indicates that the parameter rsdb/zdm_dbsl_mode is not set correctly. This parameter is related to the Database-Specific Logging (DBSL) mode in SAP, which is used for database logging and replication purposes.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when the rsdb/zdm_dbsl_mode parameter is not set to the expected value of 'on'. This can happen due to:
  
  Misconfiguration: The parameter may not have been set correctly in the system configuration.
  System Upgrade or Migration: Changes in system settings during an upgrade or migration may lead to this parameter being reset or not configured properly.
  Database Connection Issues: If there are issues with the database connection, it may affect the logging mode settings.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to set the rsdb/zdm_dbsl_mode parameter to 'on'. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the SAP System:
  
  Log in to your SAP system using the appropriate credentials.
  
  
  
  Navigate to the Profile Parameters:
  
  Use transaction code RZ10 to access the profile parameters.
  Select the appropriate instance profile or the default profile where the parameter needs to be set.
  
  
  
  Edit the Parameter:
  
  In the parameter list, look for rsdb/zdm_dbsl_mode.
  If it is not present, you can add it. If it is present, change its value to 'on'.
  
  
  
  Save Changes:
  
  After making the changes, save the profile.
  
  
  
  Restart the SAP System:
  
  For the changes to take effect, you will need to restart the SAP instance.
  
  
  
  Verify the Change:
  
  After the restart, you can verify that the parameter is set correctly by using transaction code RZ10 again or by checking the system logs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal or the specific documentation for your SAP version for more details on database logging and the rsdb/zdm_dbsl_mode parameter.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional context or solutions related to this error.
  Support: If the issue persists after making the changes, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RLFW425 error and ensure that the rsdb/zdm_dbsl_mode parameter is correctly configured.