How To Fix S_AUT137 - Audit Trail not executable (See long text)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 137

• Message text: Audit Trail not executable (See long text)

What causes this issue?

You want to use the <ZH>new audit trail function</> of SAP NetWeaver.
However, you do not meet some prerequisites for using this function. One
of the following circumstances prevents you from using the new audit
trail:
In your system, the SAP_APPL release is the same or higher than ECC
6.05. You already have active Customizing settings for the old audit
trail function (<ZH>Electronic Records (Logging)</> in the SAP_APPL
application layer, transactions AUT*). Using the two logging functions
in parallel could have side effects and lead to inconsistencies, and is
therefore not possible.
Your system has a SAP_APPL release below ECC 6.05. In that case, the
check methods, which are supposed to prevent parallel use of the old and
new audit trail, are not implemented in your system.

System Response

Processing is terminated.

How to fix this error?

If you have made Customizing settings for the <LS>electronic records</>
function, migrate these settings for the new <LS>audit trail</>. Then
remove the Customizing settings for the old electronic records function.
For more information about migrating the settings, see SAP NetWeaver
Library under <LS>SAP NetWeaver by Key Capability -> Information
Integration by Key Capability -> Audit Trail (BC-SRV-ASF-AT) ->
Changeover from Electronic Records to Audit Trail</>.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message S_AUT137 - Audit Trail not executable (See long text) ?

  The SAP error message S_AUT137, which states "Audit Trail not executable (See long text)," typically indicates that there is an issue with the configuration or setup of the audit trail functionality in your SAP system. This error can arise due to various reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for finding a solution.
  Causes:
  
  Audit Trail Not Activated: The audit trail feature may not be activated in the system settings.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to execute the audit trail.
  Configuration Errors: There may be misconfigurations in the audit trail settings or related parameters.
  Technical Issues: There could be underlying technical issues, such as missing components or system inconsistencies.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Activate Audit Trail:
  
  Check if the audit trail functionality is activated in the system. This can usually be done in the SAP configuration settings (transaction code SPRO).
  Navigate to the relevant section for audit settings and ensure that the audit trail is enabled.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user encountering the error has the necessary authorizations to execute the audit trail. This can be checked using transaction code SU53 or by reviewing the user's role assignments.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Go through the configuration settings related to the audit trail. Ensure that all required parameters are correctly set.
  Consult the SAP documentation or help files for specific configuration steps related to the audit trail.
  
  
  
  Consult Long Text:
  
  The error message suggests checking the "long text" for more details. You can do this by clicking on the message or using transaction code SE91 to look up the message class and find the long text associated with S_AUT137.
  
  
  
  System Check:
  
  If the above steps do not resolve the issue, consider performing a system check for any inconsistencies or missing components that might affect the audit trail functionality.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error message. There may be patches or updates that resolve known issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO (for configuration), SU53 (for authorization checks), and SE91 (for message management).
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to audit trails and security settings for more detailed guidance.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP Basis team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the S_AUT137 error and implement a solution to resolve it.