How to use ST05 - Performance Trace

SAP Transaction Code - Details

• Transaction Code: ST05

  Description: Performance Trace

  Release: S/4HANA and ECC 6

  Menu Path:

  • Tools > ABAP Workbench > Test > SQL Trace
  • Tools > Administration > Monitor > Traces > Performance Trace

• • Program: R_ST05_TRACE_MAIN

    Screen: 10

    Authorization Object:

  • Development Package: ST05

    Package Description:

    Parent Package:

  • Module/Component:

    Description:

Smart SAP Assistant

• SAP Tcode: ST05 - Performance Trace

  
  Overview:
  ST05 is a SAP transaction code used to analyze the performance of an SAP system. It is used to identify and analyze the performance of individual programs, transactions, and database accesses. It can also be used to identify and analyze the performance of a system as a whole. 
  
  Functionality: 
  ST05 allows users to trace the performance of an SAP system by analyzing the time taken for each step in a program or transaction. It also provides information on database accesses, memory usage, and other system resources. The trace results can be used to identify and analyze performance bottlenecks and optimize system performance. 
  
  Step-by-step How to Use: 
  1. Enter ST05 in the command field. 
  2. Select the type of trace you want to perform (e.g., program trace, transaction trace, etc.). 
  3. Enter the name of the program or transaction you want to trace. 
  4. Select the type of trace you want to perform (e.g., full trace, partial trace, etc.). 
  5. Select the type of output you want (e.g., list, table, etc.). 
  6. Execute the trace by clicking on “Execute” button. 
  7. Analyze the results of the trace and identify any performance bottlenecks or areas for improvement. 
  
  Other Recommendations: 
  It is recommended that users familiarize themselves with ST05 before using it for performance analysis as it can be complex to use and interpret the results correctly. Additionally, it is important to note that ST05 should only be used for short-term analysis as it can have a significant impact on system performance if used for long-term analysis.