How To Fix /SDF/DB6144 - Developer trace is deactivated

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SDF/DB6 -

• Message number: 144

• Message text: Developer trace is deactivated

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SDF/DB6144 - Developer trace is deactivated ?

  The SAP error message /SDF/DB6144 Developer trace is deactivated typically indicates that the developer trace functionality in the SAP system is not enabled or has been deactivated. This can hinder debugging and troubleshooting efforts, as developer traces provide valuable insights into system behavior and errors.
  Cause:
  
  Developer Trace Deactivation: The developer trace may have been explicitly deactivated in the system settings.
  System Configuration: Certain system configurations or profiles may not allow for developer traces to be generated.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or enable developer traces.
  Technical Issues: There may be underlying technical issues or bugs that prevent the developer trace from being activated.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the issue, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Developer Trace Settings:
  
  Go to transaction code RZ10 to check the profile parameters.
  Look for parameters related to developer traces, such as dev_trace or similar. Ensure that they are set to allow traces.
  
  
  
  Activate Developer Trace:
  
  If the developer trace is deactivated, you can activate it by changing the relevant profile parameter.
  After making changes, you may need to restart the SAP system or the relevant application server for the changes to take effect.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and manage developer traces. This may involve checking roles and profiles assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Review System Logs:
  
  Check the system logs (transaction SM21) for any related errors or warnings that might provide additional context about why the developer trace is deactivated.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  RZ10: Profile maintenance
  SM21: System log
  ST22: Dump analysis
  SLG1: Application log
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for more details on developer traces and their configuration.
  
  
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the /SDF/DB6144 Developer trace is deactivated error and enable developer tracing in your SAP system.