SM19 - Configure Security Audit Log

SAP Transaction Code - Details

• Transaction Code: SM19

  Description: Configure Security Audit Log

  Release: S/4HANA and ECC 6

• • Program: RSAU_CONFIG_MAINT

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  • Development Package: SECU

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• SAP Tcode: SM19 - Configure Security Audit Log

  
  Overview:
  The SAP transaction code SM19 is used to configure the security audit log. This log is used to track and record all changes made to the system, including user access, user authorization, and system configuration changes. It is an important tool for ensuring the security of the system and for troubleshooting any issues that may arise. 
  
  Functionality: 
  The SM19 transaction code allows users to configure the security audit log. This includes setting up the log parameters, such as the type of log entries to be recorded, the maximum size of the log, and the time period for which entries should be kept. It also allows users to view and analyze the log entries, as well as delete or archive them. 
  
  Step-by-step How to Use: 
  To use the SM19 transaction code, follow these steps 
  1. Log into SAP and enter transaction code SM19. 
  2. Select “Configure Security Audit Log” from the menu. 
  3. Set up the parameters for the log, such as type of entries to be recorded, maximum size of log, and time period for which entries should be kept. 
  4. Save your changes. 
  5. To view or analyze log entries, select “View/Analyze Log Entries” from the menu. 
  6. To delete or archive log entries, select “Delete/Archive Log Entries” from the menu. 
  7. Exit out of SAP when finished. 
  
  Other Recommendations: 
  It is important to regularly review and analyze the security audit log in order to ensure that all changes made to the system are legitimate and authorized. Additionally, it is recommended that users periodically delete or archive old log entries in order to keep the size of the log manageable and prevent it from becoming too large.