How To Fix SCWN804 - ST05_GET_SUMMARY_TABLES exception error

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SCWN - Messages Note installation and management

• Message number: 804

• Message text: ST05_GET_SUMMARY_TABLES exception error

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SCWN804 - ST05_GET_SUMMARY_TABLES exception error ?

  The SAP error message SCWN804 with the description "ST05_GET_SUMMARY_TABLES exception error" typically relates to issues encountered when using the SQL Trace (ST05) tool in SAP. This error can occur due to various reasons, including issues with the database connection, problems with the SQL trace itself, or inconsistencies in the data.
  Possible Causes:
  
  Database Connection Issues: There may be a problem with the connection to the database, which can prevent the SQL trace from retrieving the necessary summary tables.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the SQL trace data or summary tables.
  Corrupted Trace Data: If the SQL trace data is corrupted or incomplete, it can lead to exceptions when trying to retrieve summary tables.
  System Performance Issues: High load on the system or database can lead to timeouts or failures in retrieving data.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the SQL trace or related components can also lead to this error.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Database Connection: Ensure that the database connection is stable and functioning correctly. You can test the connection using transaction codes like DBACOCKPIT or DB02.
  Review Authorizations: Verify that the user executing the SQL trace has the necessary authorizations. You can check this using transaction SU53 or by reviewing the user's roles and profiles.
  Clear SQL Trace Data: If the trace data is corrupted, consider clearing the SQL trace data. You can do this using transaction ST05 and selecting the option to deactivate or delete the trace.
  Monitor System Performance: Check for any performance issues on the system or database. Use transaction ST22 to look for dumps or transaction SM21 for system logs that might indicate underlying issues.
  Reconfigure SQL Trace: If there are configuration issues, review the settings for SQL trace in transaction ST05 and ensure they are set correctly.
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. There may be patches or updates available that resolve known issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  ST05: SQL Trace
  ST22: Dump Analysis
  SM21: System Log
  DBACOCKPIT: Database Administration Cockpit
  
  
  SAP Notes: Always check for the latest SAP Notes related to SQL trace and performance issues, as they may provide specific fixes or workarounds.
  Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for SQL Trace to understand its functionality and limitations.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support for further assistance.