How To Fix SQLM008 - SQL Monitor is now active for &1 servers

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SQLM - SQL Monitor messages to the world

• Message number: 008

• Message text: SQL Monitor is now active for &1 servers

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SQLM008 - SQL Monitor is now active for &1 servers ?

  The SAP error message SQLM008 indicates that the SQL Monitor is now active for a specified number of servers (denoted by &1). This message is not necessarily an error but rather an informational message indicating that the SQL Monitor functionality has been activated.
  Cause:
  The SQL Monitor is a tool in SAP that allows you to monitor and analyze SQL statements executed in the system. The message SQLM008 appears when the SQL Monitor is activated for one or more application servers. This can happen due to:
  
  Manual Activation: An administrator or user has manually activated the SQL Monitor for performance analysis.
  System Configuration: The system may be configured to automatically activate the SQL Monitor for certain scenarios, such as performance tuning or troubleshooting.
  
  Solution:
  If you see this message and it is expected (i.e., you or your team intended to activate the SQL Monitor), then no action is required. However, if you did not intend to activate it, you can deactivate the SQL Monitor by following these steps:
  
  Transaction Code: Use transaction code SQLM to access the SQL Monitor settings.
  Deactivate SQL Monitor: In the SQL Monitor screen, you can deactivate the monitoring by selecting the appropriate options.
  Check Configuration: Review the system configuration to ensure that the SQL Monitor is not set to activate automatically unless needed.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Performance Monitoring: The SQL Monitor is useful for identifying performance bottlenecks in SQL execution. It provides insights into long-running queries, resource consumption, and execution plans.
  Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for SQL Monitor for detailed instructions on how to use and configure it.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with related transaction codes such as SQLM, ST05 (SQL Trace), and ST12 (Performance Analysis) for comprehensive performance monitoring.
  
  If you continue to experience issues or have specific concerns regarding the SQL Monitor, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis team or consulting SAP support for further assistance.