How To Fix RS_DB_DB2079 - Trace file could not be downloaded. Reason code &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RS_DB_DB2 - Messages for DB2-z/OS Implementation

• Message number: 079

• Message text: Trace file could not be downloaded. Reason code &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RS_DB_DB2079 - Trace file could not be downloaded. Reason code &1 ?

  The SAP error message RS_DB_DB2079 indicates that a trace file could not be downloaded, and it typically includes a reason code that provides more context about the issue. Here’s a breakdown of the potential causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes
  
  File Not Found: The trace file may not exist in the specified location.
  Permission Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access or download the trace file.
  Network Issues: There could be network connectivity problems preventing the download.
  File System Issues: The file system where the trace file is stored may be full or experiencing issues.
  Incorrect Path: The path specified for the trace file may be incorrect or misconfigured.
  
  Solutions
  
  Check File Existence: Verify that the trace file exists in the expected directory. You can do this by accessing the server where the trace files are stored.
  Review Permissions: Ensure that the user has the appropriate permissions to access and download the trace file. This may involve checking user roles and authorizations in SAP.
  Network Connectivity: Check for any network issues that might be affecting the connection between the SAP system and the client trying to download the file.
  File System Health: Ensure that the file system is not full and is functioning correctly. You may need to clear space or resolve any file system errors.
  Correct Path Configuration: Double-check the configuration settings in SAP to ensure that the path to the trace file is correct. This may involve reviewing the settings in transaction codes like RSCONN01 or RSCONN02.
  
  Related Information
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes related to the specific error message or reason code for additional troubleshooting steps or patches.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SM37 (Job Monitoring) or ST22 (Dump Analysis) to gather more information about the job or process that generated the trace file.
  System Logs: Review system logs (SM21) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide context for the issue.
  SAP Community: Consider searching or posting in the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to contact SAP support for further assistance, providing them with the specific reason code and any relevant logs or error details.