How To Fix SEC_TRACE002 - There is already a session with status "Running" or "Paused"

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SEC_TRACE - Texts for trace messages

• Message number: 002

• Message text: There is already a session with status "Running" or "Paused"

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SEC_TRACE002 - There is already a session with status "Running" or "Paused" ?

  The SAP error message SEC_TRACE002 indicates that there is already an active session for the security trace that is either in a "Running" or "Paused" state. This typically occurs when you attempt to start a new security trace while another trace session is still active.
  Cause:
  
  Active Trace Session: The most common cause is that a security trace has already been initiated and is still running or has been paused.
  Multiple Attempts: Users may inadvertently try to start a new trace without stopping the existing one.
  System Configuration: In some cases, system settings or configurations may lead to multiple trace sessions being initiated.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the SEC_TRACE002 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Active Sessions:
  
  Go to transaction code ST01 (System Trace) or ST05 (SQL Trace) to check for any active trace sessions.
  Alternatively, you can use transaction SM20 (Security Audit Log) to view the current status of security traces.
  
  
  
  Stop the Active Trace:
  
  If you find an active trace session, you need to stop it. You can do this by going to the transaction where the trace was started (usually ST01 or ST05) and stopping the trace.
  In ST01, you can stop the trace by clicking on the "Deactivate" button.
  
  
  
  Restart the Trace:
  
  Once the active trace session has been stopped, you can start a new security trace without encountering the error.
  
  
  
  Check for Errors:
  
  If you are unable to stop the trace or if it appears to be stuck, you may need to check for any underlying issues in the system that could be causing the trace to hang.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If the problem persists, consult SAP documentation or support for further troubleshooting steps specific to your SAP version and configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  ST01: System Trace
  ST05: SQL Trace
  SM20: Security Audit Log
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to start and stop trace sessions in your SAP environment.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the SEC_TRACE002 error and successfully manage your security trace sessions.