How To Fix SWLT006 - SQL Monitor data snapshot of system &1 doesn't exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SWLT - Message Class for ... guess!

• Message number: 006

• Message text: SQL Monitor data snapshot of system &1 doesn't exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SWLT006 - SQL Monitor data snapshot of system &1 doesn't exist ?

  The SAP error message SWLT006 indicates that the SQL Monitor data snapshot for a specific system (denoted as &1) does not exist. This error typically arises when you are trying to access SQL Monitor data that has not been captured or has been deleted.
  Cause:
  
  No Data Captured: The SQL Monitor may not have been activated, or it may not have captured any data for the specified time period.
  Data Deletion: The data snapshot may have been deleted due to retention policies or manual deletion.
  Incorrect System: The system identifier provided may be incorrect, leading to a search for a non-existent snapshot.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues with the SQL Monitor that prevent it from capturing data.
  
  Solution:
  
  Activate SQL Monitor: Ensure that the SQL Monitor is activated in the system. You can do this by navigating to the SQL Monitor settings in the SAP GUI.
  Check Data Availability: Verify if there are any existing snapshots by checking the SQL Monitor overview. If no data is available, you may need to wait for the system to capture new data.
  Review Retention Settings: Check the retention settings for SQL Monitor data. If the retention period is too short, consider extending it to retain data for a longer period.
  Correct System Identifier: Double-check the system identifier you are using to ensure it is correct.
  Reconfigure SQL Monitor: If there are configuration issues, you may need to reconfigure the SQL Monitor settings to ensure it captures the necessary data.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like SWLT to access the SQL Monitor and view its settings and captured data.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for SQL Monitor for detailed instructions on configuration and usage.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or bugs related to SQL Monitor.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.