How To Fix /SCMB/XPRA002 - XPRA &1: log cannot be written

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMB/XPRA -

• Message number: 002

• Message text: XPRA &1: log cannot be written

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMB/XPRA002 - XPRA &1: log cannot be written ?

  The SAP error message /SCMB/XPRA002 XPRA &1: log cannot be written typically indicates an issue with the logging mechanism in the SAP system, particularly during the execution of an XPRA (a type of SAP program that is used for data migration or system upgrades). This error can occur for several reasons, and here are some common causes, solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  Insufficient Authorizations: The user executing the XPRA may not have the necessary authorizations to write logs.
  File System Issues: The file system where the logs are supposed to be written may be full or not accessible.
  Database Issues: There may be issues with the database that prevent logging.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings for logging in the SAP system.
  Temporary System Issues: Temporary issues with the SAP system or the underlying infrastructure.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user executing the XPRA has the necessary authorizations to write logs. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify and adjust the authorizations.
  
  
  
  Check File System Space:
  
  Verify that the file system where the logs are written has enough space. You can check the available disk space on the server using operating system commands (e.g., df -h on Unix/Linux).
  
  
  
  Check Log Configuration:
  
  Review the logging configuration in the SAP system. Ensure that the parameters related to logging are correctly set in the system profile.
  
  
  
  Database Health Check:
  
  Check the health of the database. Ensure that it is running properly and that there are no issues that could affect logging.
  
  
  
  Review System Logs:
  
  Check the SAP system logs (transaction SM21) and the developer traces (transaction ST22) for any additional error messages or warnings that could provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Restart the System:
  
  If the issue seems to be temporary, consider restarting the SAP system or the relevant application server.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. Provide them with the error message and any relevant logs or traces.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM21: System Log
  ST22: Dump Analysis
  SMD: SAP Solution Manager Diagnostics (for monitoring)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  Documentation: Review the SAP documentation related to XPRA programs and logging mechanisms for more detailed information.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the /SCMB/XPRA002 XPRA &1: log cannot be written error message.