What is trace file in SAP BC-CST - Client/Server Technology?

SAP Term: trace file

• Component: BC-CST

• Component Name: Client/Server Technology

• Description: Log file in which warnings and errors are logged. The developer trace files have the prefix dev_, and are used for the dispatcher dev_disp, for all work processes dev_w*, where * is the work process number, the SAP gateway dev_rd, the message server dev_ms, the ICM dev_icm, and so on. There are also CPIC and RFC trace files. The trace level specifies how detailed the trace files are. The values range from 0 no trace to 3 full data trace.

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• Key Concepts: 
  A trace file is a log file created by SAP systems to record system events and activities. It is used to troubleshoot system errors and performance issues. The trace file contains information about the system's activities, such as the time of the event, the user who initiated the event, and the type of event.
  
  How to use it: 
  Trace files can be used to identify and diagnose system errors and performance issues. To access a trace file, you must first enable tracing in the SAP system. This can be done by setting the trace level in the system profile. Once tracing is enabled, the trace file will be created in the specified directory. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When troubleshooting an issue, it is important to ensure that tracing is enabled before attempting to access the trace file. Additionally, it is important to note that trace files can become large quickly, so it is important to disable tracing when it is no longer needed. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on how to enable and use trace files in SAP systems, please refer to SAP Note 81737. Additionally, for more information on how to interpret trace files, please refer to SAP Note 81738.