How To Fix WA863 - Restrictions for event trace not saved

WA863 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WA - Messages from Workflow Event Manager

• Message number: 863

• Message text: Restrictions for event trace not saved

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WA863 - Restrictions for event trace not saved ?

  The SAP error message WA863 - Restrictions for event trace not saved typically occurs in the context of event tracing or performance trace settings within SAP systems.
  
  Cause
  This error usually arises when the system is unable to save the restrictions or filters defined for an event trace. The reasons can include:
  
  Authorization issues: The user does not have sufficient authorization to save or modify event trace restrictions.
  Incorrect or incomplete input: The restrictions or filters entered for the event trace are invalid or incomplete.
  System inconsistencies or buffer issues: Sometimes, internal buffers or tables related to event tracing are inconsistent or locked.
  Transport or client-specific restrictions: The settings might be client-specific or transport-related, causing saving issues.
  Technical issues: Problems with the underlying database or system components that handle event trace data.
  
  
  Solution
  To resolve the WA863 error, consider the following steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure the user has the necessary authorizations to create or modify event trace restrictions.
  Relevant authorization objects