How To Fix XS203 - XPRA log cannot be saved due to system error

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: XS - SAPconnect: All messages

• Message number: 203

• Message text: XPRA log cannot be saved due to system error

What causes this issue?

During an attempt to save the XPRA &V1& log file an internal error
arose after FBS APPEND_PROTOCOL.

System Response

You will probably not find any further log files on the XPRA &V1& run.

How to fix this error?

The XPRA &V1& can be restarted at any time online.
Do this to guarantee the changeover. You cannot tell at the moment
whether the XPRA ran successfully or not.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message XS203 - XPRA log cannot be saved due to system error ?

  The SAP error message "XS203 XPRA log cannot be saved due to system error" typically indicates an issue with the system's ability to save the log files generated during the execution of an XPRA (eXtended Program Run) program. XPRA programs are used in SAP to perform various tasks during system upgrades or migrations, such as data conversions or adjustments to the database schema.
  Causes:
  
  File System Issues: The directory where the XPRA logs are supposed to be saved may be full, or there may be permission issues preventing the system from writing to that directory.
  Database Issues: There could be problems with the database connection or the database itself that prevent the log from being saved.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the SAP system could lead to this error.
  Temporary Files: The temporary files used during the XPRA execution may not be cleaned up properly, leading to space issues.
  System Resource Limitations: Insufficient memory or CPU resources could also lead to this error.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Disk Space: Ensure that there is enough disk space on the server where the logs are being saved. Free up space if necessary.
  Check Permissions: Verify that the user under which the SAP system is running has the necessary permissions to write to the log directory.
  Review XPRA Logs: Look at other logs (like the developer trace files) for more detailed error messages that could provide additional context.
  Database Health Check: Ensure that the database is running correctly and that there are no connectivity issues.
  Restart the System: Sometimes, a simple restart of the SAP system can resolve temporary issues.
  Check Temporary Files: Clean up any unnecessary temporary files that may be consuming space.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide patches.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like SM21 (System Log) and ST22 (Dump Analysis) to check for any related errors or dumps that might provide more insight into the issue.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance, providing them with the error details and any logs you have reviewed.
  Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for XPRA programs and system upgrade procedures for any specific requirements or recommendations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the "XS203 XPRA log cannot be saved due to system error" message.