How To Fix RSEC318 - Log could not be found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSEC -

• Message number: 318

• Message text: Log could not be found

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSEC318 - Log could not be found ?

  The SAP error message RSEC318, which states "Log could not be found," typically occurs in the context of SAP's security and authorization management, particularly when dealing with the logging of authorization checks or when trying to access logs related to security audits.
  
  Cause:
  
  Log Deletion: The log may have been deleted either manually or through a scheduled job that cleans up old logs.
  Log Not Created: The log may not have been created due to configuration issues or because the relevant logging settings were not enabled.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the log.
  System Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the logging mechanism in the SAP system.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Log Settings: Ensure that logging is enabled for the relevant authorization checks. This can be done in the transaction code RSECADMIN or SU24.
  Review Deletion Jobs: Check if there are any background jobs scheduled that might be deleting logs.