How To Fix SAT201 - Trace record with TRACE_CLASS = '&1' does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SAT - Error Messages for New ATRA

• Message number: 201

• Message text: Trace record with TRACE_CLASS = '&1' does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SAT201 - Trace record with TRACE_CLASS = '&1' does not exist ?

  The SAP error message SAT201 indicates that a trace record with a specific TRACE_CLASS does not exist in the system. This error typically occurs when you are trying to analyze performance traces using the SAP transaction ST05 (SQL Trace) or SAT (ABAP Trace) and the system cannot find the trace data for the specified class.
  Cause
  The error can be caused by several factors:
  
  No Trace Data Available: The trace for the specified TRACE_CLASS has not been recorded or has been deleted.
  Incorrect Trace Class: The TRACE_CLASS you are trying to access may be incorrect or misspelled.
  Trace Not Activated: The trace may not have been activated for the session or user.
  Trace Data Expiry: Trace data may have expired or been purged based on system settings.
  
  Solution
  To resolve the SAT201 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Trace Activation:
  
  Ensure that the trace is activated for the relevant user or session. You can do this by using transaction SAT or ST05 and activating the trace for the desired TRACE_CLASS.
  
  
  
  Verify TRACE_CLASS:
  
  Double-check the TRACE_CLASS you are using. Make sure it is correctly specified and exists in the system.
  
  
  
  Review Trace Data:
  
  Use transaction ST05 or SAT to check if any trace data is available for the specified class. If no data is available, you may need to re-run the transaction or program while the trace is active.
  
  
  
  Check Trace Settings:
  
  Review the settings for trace retention in your SAP system. If traces are being purged too frequently, you may need to adjust the retention settings.
  
  
  
  Re-run the Trace:
  
  If you find that the trace was not recorded, re-run the transaction or program while the trace is active to capture the necessary data.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on using SAT and ST05, as well as troubleshooting trace-related issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SAT: ABAP Trace
  ST05: SQL Trace
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to tracing and performance analysis.
  Performance Analysis: Understanding how to effectively use tracing tools in SAP can help in diagnosing performance issues and optimizing system performance.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further assistance.