How To Fix ST087 - Logfile cannot be displayed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ST - Terminology Database

• Message number: 087

• Message text: Logfile cannot be displayed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ST087 - Logfile cannot be displayed ?

  The SAP error message ST087 ("Logfile cannot be displayed") typically occurs when there is an issue with accessing or displaying the log files in the SAP system. This can happen for several reasons, and here are some common causes, potential solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  File Permissions: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access the log files.
  Log File Location: The log file may not be located in the expected directory or may have been deleted or moved.
  System Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the logging system in SAP.
  Database Issues: Problems with the underlying database can prevent log files from being accessed.
  Transport Directory Issues: If the logs are related to transport requests, issues with the transport directory can also lead to this error.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check User Permissions: Ensure that the user has the appropriate authorizations to view log files. This can be done by checking the user's roles and