How To Fix SLAD117 - The debugger profile was deactivated

SLAD117 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SLAD - SLAD: Messages for "Layer Aware Debugging"

• Message number: 117

• Message text: The debugger profile was deactivated

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SLAD117 - Details

• The SAP error message SLAD117, which states "The debugger profile was deactivated," typically occurs when the debugger profile that is required for debugging is not active or has been deactivated in the system. This can prevent users from using the debugger effectively.
  
  Cause:
  
  Debugger Profile Deactivation: The most common cause is that the debugger profile has been deactivated either intentionally or accidentally.
  Authorization Issues: Users may not have the necessary authorizations to access the debugger or the specific profile.
  System Configuration Changes: Changes in system configuration or updates may lead to the deactivation of the debugger profile.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Activate the Debugger Profile:
  
  Go to transaction code SE80 or SE38 to access the ABAP Workbench or the program you are trying to debug.
  Check the debugger settings in transaction SAD1 (Debugger Profile Maintenance).
  Ensure that the required debugger profile is activated. If it is deactivated, you can activate it by selecting the profile and choosing the appropriate option to activate