How To Fix SWLT013 - Cannot create SQLM Snapshot list: container for snapshot list is initial

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 013

• Message text: Cannot create SQLM Snapshot list: container for snapshot list is initial

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SWLT013 - Cannot create SQLM Snapshot list: container for snapshot list is initial ?

  The SAP error message SWLT013 indicates that the system is unable to create an SQLM (SQL Monitor) snapshot list because the container for the snapshot list is in an initial state. This typically occurs when the SQL Monitor is not properly initialized or configured.
  Cause:
  
  Initialization Issue: The SQL Monitor may not have been initialized correctly, or the necessary configuration settings are missing.
  Database Connection: There may be issues with the database connection that prevent the SQL Monitor from accessing the required data.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to create or access the SQLM snapshot list.
  System Configuration: The system may not be configured to use SQLM, or the relevant parameters may not be set correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Initialization:
  
  Ensure that the SQL Monitor is properly initialized. You can do this by navigating to the SQL Monitor settings in the SAP GUI and checking if the necessary parameters are set.
  You may need to activate the SQL Monitor if it is not already active.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction RZ10 and check the profile parameters related to SQL Monitor. Ensure that parameters like sqlm/enable are set to 1 (enabled).
  Check if the SQL Monitor is configured correctly in the system settings.
  
  
  
  Database Connection:
  
  Verify that the database connection is stable and that there are no issues with the database itself. You can check the database logs for any errors.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user trying to create the snapshot has the necessary authorizations. You can check the user roles and authorizations in transaction SU01.
  
  
  
  Restart SQL Monitor:
  
  Sometimes, simply restarting the SQL Monitor can resolve the issue. You can do this by deactivating and then reactivating it.
  
  
  
  Check for Notes:
  
  Look for any SAP Notes related to SQL Monitor and the specific error message. There may be patches or updates that address this issue.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the official SAP documentation for SQL Monitor for any additional configuration steps or troubleshooting tips.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SWLT: SQL Monitor
  RZ10: Profile Parameter Maintenance
  SU01: User Maintenance
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search the SAP Support Portal for notes related to SQL Monitor and error SWLT013 for any specific fixes or recommendations.
  SAP Community: Consider checking the SAP Community forums for discussions related to this error, as other users may have encountered and resolved similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to contact SAP support for further assistance.