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3481952 - FAQ - Audit log storage in SAP Datasphere

Symptom

This KBA will contain an FAQ on the topic of Audit Log storage in SAP Datasphere

Environment

SAP Datasphere

Resolution

  1. Is it possible to monitor the Audit Log size on a per Space basis? 
    A: No, this is not possible. If you would like to see this functionality implemented in the future, refer to KBA 3332382 How to create an enhancement request for SAP Datasphere?. 

  2. Will the Audit Log entries consume any of the space which is allocated to each SAP Datasphere Space? 
    A: No, the Audit Logs are stored separately to the Space memory allocations. They are stored in a separate DB Schema and this does not eat into the Space memory allocations. 

  3. How can the Audit Log space be monitored? 
    A: It is possible to monitor the Audit Log space in the System Monitor. This shows the space used by Audit Logs as a % of the overall space allocation of the Datasphere tenant.



    It is also possible to monitor the number of entries in System -> Configuration -> Audit.




  4. Are there Audit Logs for changes to the Audit Logs themselves? 
    A: All changes are logged to the Audit Logs, including Audit Log changes. 

  5. Is there a way to restrict Audit logs from capturing logs related to internal System users alone? 
    A: No, this is not currently possible. All changes must be logged for auditing purposes even internal System changes. 

  6. What SAP Help online documentation exists for the Audit Log functionality?
    A: Enable Audit Logging
    Monitor Database Operations with Audit Logs 
    Delete Audit Logs
    Monitor Your Space Storage Consumption

  7. Are there any learning materials on this topic? 
    A: SAP Set Up and Review Audit Logs in SAP Datasphere | SAP Tutorials - you may need an SAP account to access this resource. 

See Also

  • KBA 3416979 Datasphere Audit Log Data occupies more storage considering the number of entries in system configuration.
  • KBA 3465695 After disable Audit Log the Storage is not reduced.

Keywords

Alert, , Audit, Auditing, logging, enable, query, DS, requirement, need, configure , KBA , DS-SM , Space Management , Problem

Product

SAP Datasphere 1.0

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