Configuration data log file

Use the configuration data to troubleshoot problems with WebSEAL installation and operation.

Each WebSEAL instance records the complete contents of its configuration file in a log file every time that instance is started. Many WebSEAL problems are often the result of incorrect or incomplete configuration file settings. The logged configuration data provides an accurate snapshot of the current configuration settings for any WebSEAL instance.

When asked to troubleshoot a WebSEAL-related problem, IBM Support can rely on the information that is contained in this logged configuration data. The accuracy and completeness of this information increases the efficiency of the troubleshooting process. Alternatively, we can use this logged configuration data to perform our own diagnosis of a WebSEAL problem.

• Configuration data log file location
  
• Notes on configuration data log file growth
  
• Configuration data log file format
  
• Messages relating to the configuration data log file
  
• Statistics
  
• Trace utility
  

Parent topic: Server administration

Related concepts

• WebSEAL instance management
• Error message logging
• Traditional auditing and logging of HTTP events

Related tasks

• Deploying WebSEAL updates in the LMI

Related reference

• Synchronization of WebSEAL data across multiple servers
• WebSEAL server activity auditing