How To Fix SECAUDIT024 - Current audit profile was deactivated

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SECAUDIT - Message class for security audit

• Message number: 024

• Message text: Current audit profile was deactivated

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SECAUDIT024 - Current audit profile was deactivated ?

  The SAP error message SECAUDIT024, which states "Current audit profile was deactivated," typically indicates that the audit profile you are trying to use for security auditing has been deactivated in the system. This can prevent the system from logging security-related events as intended.
  Cause:
  
  Deactivation of Audit Profile: The audit profile that is currently set for use has been deactivated. This can happen due to administrative actions or changes in security policies.
  Configuration Changes: Changes in the configuration settings for security auditing may have led to the deactivation of the profile.
  System Upgrades or Patches: Sometimes, system upgrades or patches can inadvertently affect the status of audit profiles.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Activate the Audit Profile:
  
  Go to transaction code SM19 (Security Audit Log).
  Check the status of the audit profiles listed.
  If the current profile is deactivated, you can activate it by selecting the profile and choosing the option to activate it.
  
  
  
  Create a New Audit Profile:
  
  If the current profile is not needed or if you want to create a new one, you can do so in transaction SM19.
  Define the new profile according to your auditing requirements and activate it.
  
  
  
  Review Audit Settings:
  
  Ensure that the audit settings are correctly configured to meet your organization's security policies.
  Check for any recent changes that might have led to the deactivation.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to security auditing for any specific instructions or considerations that may apply to your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user attempting to activate or modify the audit profile has the necessary authorizations to perform these actions.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM19: Security Audit Log - Used to configure and manage audit profiles.
  SM20: Security Audit Log - Used to analyze the audit logs.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or provide additional guidance related to audit profiles.
  
  
  Security Policies: Review your organization's security policies to ensure that the audit settings align with compliance requirements.
  
  
  System Logs: Monitor system logs for any additional errors or warnings that may provide context for the deactivation of the audit profile.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the SECAUDIT024 error and ensure that your SAP system is properly configured for security auditing.