This trace doesn't contain a session which can be analyzed.

Rumman Ansari   Software Engineer   2024-12-13 09:20:36   13  Share
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Question:
I encountered an error while using the Trace Parser tool in Dynamics 365 Unified Operations. After downloading a trace to my local directory and opening it in the "Dynamics 365 Unified Operation Trace Parser" tool, I received the error message: "This trace doesn't contain a session which can be analyzed." My user account is associated with the "System Tracing user" role. Additionally, when attempting to use the "Captured Trace" feature within F&O, it didn’t display the trace I captured. How can I resolve this issue? Is Trace Parser the correct tool to analyze the trace?

This trace doesn't contain a session which can be analyzed. Trace file error
Figure: This trace doesn't contain a session which can be analyzed. Trace file error

Answer:
The error "This trace doesn't contain a session which can be analyzed" is a common issue when working with the Dynamics 365 Unified Operations Trace Parser tool. Here's how you can resolve it:

  1. Recreate the TraceParser Database:
    This error can occur if the TraceParser database has become corrupted or misconfigured. Deleting and recreating the TraceParser database often resolves the issue. After recreating the database, you can import and analyze traces without further problems.

  2. Verify the Correct Tool and Trace Data:
    Ensure that you are using the Trace Parser tool for the specific type of trace file you have captured. If you are using Performance Profiler or capturing traces via LCS, ensure that the trace file format is compatible with the Trace Parser tool.

  3. Captured Trace in F&O:
    If the "Captured Trace" feature within Dynamics 365 F&O does not display your trace, confirm the following:

    • The trace was correctly captured and saved.
    • Your user role has sufficient permissions, such as "System Tracing user."

  4. Restart and Retry:
    Sometimes, restarting the Trace Parser tool and re-importing the trace can solve transient issues.

  5. Additional Tools:
    If Trace Parser is not suitable for your specific analysis, you might explore the Performance Profiler in LCS for broader performance analysis.

By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and analyze your trace effectively. If the issue persists, ensure that the captured trace is complete and valid for analysis.