How To Fix S1632 - Trace is already switched on

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: S1 - Statistik / SAP-Monitor

• Message number: 632

• Message text: Trace is already switched on

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message S1632 - Trace is already switched on ?

  The SAP error message S1632, which states "Trace is already switched on," typically occurs when you attempt to activate a trace in the SAP system while a trace is already active for the same user or session. This can happen in various contexts, such as when using transaction codes like ST01 (System Trace) or ST05 (SQL Trace).
  
  Cause:
  
  Multiple Trace Activations: The most common cause is that the trace for the user or session is already enabled, and you are trying to enable it again without disabling the existing trace.
  Session Management: If you have multiple sessions open and you enable tracing in one session, trying to enable it again in another session will lead to this error.
  System Configuration: In some cases, system settings or configurations may lead to unexpected behavior regarding trace management.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Disable Existing Trace: Before enabling a new trace, ensure that any existing trace is disabled. You can do this by:
  
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