How To Fix /SDF/DB6149 - Cumulative DBSL trace is deactivated

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SDF/DB6 -

• Message number: 149

• Message text: Cumulative DBSL trace is deactivated

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SDF/DB6149 - Cumulative DBSL trace is deactivated ?

  The SAP error message /SDF/DB6149 Cumulative DBSL trace is deactivated typically indicates that the cumulative database interface (DBSL) tracing is not enabled in your SAP system. This can affect the ability to trace database calls, which is essential for debugging and performance analysis.
  Cause:
  
  DBSL Trace Deactivation: The cumulative DBSL trace may have been explicitly deactivated in the system settings.
  Configuration Issues: There might be configuration issues in the database connection settings or the tracing parameters.
  System Settings: The system might not be set up to allow tracing due to performance considerations or administrative policies.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Enable DBSL Trace:
  
  Go to transaction DBACOCKPIT or ST04 in your SAP system.
  Navigate to the "Trace" settings.
  Look for options related to DBSL tracing and enable it if it is currently disabled.
  
  
  
  Check Profile Parameters:
  
  Use transaction RZ10 to check the profile parameters.
  Look for parameters related to tracing, such as dbs/trace or similar, and ensure they are set to allow tracing.
  
  
  
  Restart the System:
  
  After making changes to the profile parameters, you may need to restart the SAP system for the changes to take effect.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the SAP documentation or notes related to your specific version of SAP and the database you are using for any additional configuration steps.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if this is impacting critical operations.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  DBSL (Database Shared Library): This is a layer that allows SAP to communicate with various databases. Tracing at this level can help diagnose issues related to database performance and connectivity.
  Performance Monitoring: Enabling tracing can help in identifying bottlenecks or issues in database interactions, which is crucial for maintaining system performance.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might provide additional insights or solutions specific to your version and configuration.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the error message and enable cumulative DBSL tracing in your SAP system.