How To Fix >W048 - No trace data available

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: >W -

• Message number: 048

• Message text: No trace data available

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message >W048 - No trace data available ?

  The SAP error message W048 No trace data available typically indicates that the system is unable to find any trace data for the specified request or transaction. This can occur in various contexts, such as when trying to analyze performance issues or debugging a program.
  Causes:
  
  No Trace Data Collected: The trace data may not have been collected for the specific transaction or request. This can happen if tracing was not enabled or if the trace was not started before the transaction was executed.
  Trace Data Cleared: The trace data may have been cleared or deleted, either manually or due to system settings that automatically purge old trace data.
  Incorrect Trace ID: The trace ID or request number you are trying to access may be incorrect or does not exist.
  Insufficient Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view the trace data.
  System Configuration: The system may not be configured to collect trace data for certain types of transactions or users.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Enable Tracing: Ensure that tracing is enabled for the relevant transaction or program. You can do this by using transaction codes like ST01 (System Trace) or ST05 (SQL Trace) to start the trace before executing the transaction.
  Check Trace Settings: Verify the trace settings in the system to ensure that they are configured to collect the necessary data. This can be done in transaction RZ20 (CCMS Monitoring) or RZ11 (Profile Parameters).
  Use Correct Trace ID: Double-check the trace ID or request number you are using to ensure it is correct and corresponds to an existing trace.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access trace data. This may involve checking roles and permissions in transaction PFCG.
  Consult System Logs: Check system logs (transaction SM21) for any related errors or warnings that might provide additional context about why trace data is unavailable.
  Re-run the Transaction: If tracing was not enabled during the initial run, you may need to re-run the transaction with tracing enabled to collect the necessary data.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for tracing and monitoring, such as ST01, ST05, SM37 (Job Monitoring), and SM21 (System Log).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to tracing and performance analysis.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on performance tracing and debugging to understand how to effectively collect and analyze trace data.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further assistance.