How To Fix SMMSS_ALERTS017 - This alert shows which trace flags were used to start SQL Server

SMMSS_ALERTS017 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SMMSS_ALERTS - Message class for MSSQL rz20 messages

• Message number: 017

• Message text: This alert shows which trace flags were used to start SQL Server

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SMMSS_ALERTS017 - This alert shows which trace flags were used to start SQL Server ?

  The SAP error message SMMSS_ALERTS017 indicates that there is an alert related to the SQL Server instance used by SAP. This specific alert provides information about the trace flags that were used to start SQL Server. Trace flags are special options that can be enabled to change the behavior of SQL Server for debugging, performance tuning, or other purposes.
  Cause
  The cause of this alert can be attributed to:
  
  Trace Flags Enabled: Certain trace flags may have been enabled when starting SQL Server, which can affect its performance or behavior. These flags can be used for various purposes, such as enabling specific features, changing default behaviors, or troubleshooting issues.
  
  Configuration Issues: If the trace flags are not set correctly or are not appropriate for the current environment, they may lead to performance issues or unexpected behavior in the SQL Server instance.
  Monitoring and Alerts: This alert is part of the monitoring system in SAP that