How To Fix S_AUT053 - Logging switched off (Start in Display mode)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: S_AUT - Audit Trail (ILM): Messages

• Message number: 053

• Message text: Logging switched off (Start in Display mode)

What causes this issue?

System logging has been switched off. With this system setting, you are
not allowed to change the logging configuration. The transaction will be
started in Display mode.

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?

To be able to start the transaction in Change mode, you must set the
<LS>rec/client</> parameter for a client to active in the system
profile.
For more information, refer to the <LS>SAP Library</> under <LS>BASIS
--> Customizing System Settings</>.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message S_AUT053 - Logging switched off (Start in Display mode) ?

  The SAP error message S_AUT053: Logging switched off (Start in Display mode) typically occurs when a user attempts to execute a transaction or program that requires logging, but the logging feature is disabled for that particular transaction or program. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when a user does not have the necessary authorizations or when the logging settings are not configured correctly.
  Cause:
  
  Logging Disabled: The logging feature for the transaction or program is turned off in the system settings.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to enable logging.
  Display Mode: The transaction is being executed in display mode, which does not allow for logging to be activated.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Logging Settings:
  
  Ensure that logging is enabled for the specific transaction or program. This can typically be done by checking the configuration settings in the relevant transaction (e.g., transaction code SCC4 for client settings or S_PRO for authorization checks).
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to execute the transaction with logging. This may involve checking the user's roles and profiles in transaction PFCG or using transaction SU53 to analyze authorization failures.
  
  
  
  Run in Change Mode:
  
  If the transaction is being executed in display mode, try running it in change mode (if applicable) to see if that resolves the issue.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific transactions to understand the logging requirements and settings.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SCC4, PFCG, and SU53 for managing client settings, user roles, and authorization checks.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to the specific transaction or error message for additional troubleshooting steps or patches.
  System Logs: Review system logs (transaction SM21) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the S_AUT053 error and implement a solution to resolve it.