How To Fix SQLM018 - Deactivation has been canceled

SQLM018 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Deactivation has been canceled

Self-Explanatory Message

Since SAP believes that this specific error message is 'self-explanatory,' no more information has been given.The majority of messages in the SAP system have a message text, however this is frequently insufficient to comprehend or resolve the problem.

To make things easier, more detailed information is frequently added to describe the issue, how to fix it, and the necessary steps or configuration modifications.

Unfortunately, there isn't any extra information in this error notice.

What else can you do?

First, use our AnswerBot below to get a possible cause and solution (requires a premium subscription).

Also, review the in-depth Common Questions & Answers listed below; you could discover a solution there or be able to connect with others who have faced similar challenges.

You can also try searching the SAP support portal (support.sap.com) but you need a special user ID to access it. It is possible that an SAP support note exists that provides additional details about the mistake or even steps for fixing it.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SQLM018 - Deactivation has been canceled ?

  The SAP error message SQLM018, which states "Deactivation has been canceled," typically occurs in the context of the SQL Monitor (SQLM) when there is an attempt to deactivate a monitoring session or a specific SQL statement monitoring, but the process is interrupted or fails for some reason.
  Causes:
  
  User Interruption: The user may have canceled the deactivation process manually.
  System Issues: There may be underlying system issues, such as database locks or performance problems, that prevent the deactivation from completing.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the deactivation.
  Technical Errors: There could be technical errors in the SQL Monitor or related components that prevent the deactivation from being processed correctly.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Retry the Deactivation: If the deactivation was canceled due to user action, simply try to deactivate the monitoring session again.
  Check for Locks: Investigate if there are any database locks or performance issues that might be causing the deactivation to fail.