Limit number of retained log files in WebLogic Server 11g

There are numerous log files in Oracle WebLogic Server 11g and ideally what you would want to do is ensure that the number of rotated log files are controlled. For example, you may have already taken the steps to rotate the log files as they grow to a certain size. This is a great first step, but what you also want to do is control how many of those rotated files you wish to retain, otherwise your file system will likely get filled up over time if you don't manually delete them.

1. Log in to the WebLogic Server Administration Console

2. Repeat the instructions below for all managed servers

3. Navigate to "Server > (managed server) > Logging > General"

4. Set the following values:

Limit number of retained files: Enabled
Files to retain: 30
Minimum severity to log: Warning
Severity Level (Log File): Warning
Severity Level (Standard Out): Error
Severity Level (Domain Log Broadcaster): Error
Severity Level (Memory Buffer): Error

5. Navigate to "Server > (managed server) > Logging > HTTP"

6. Set the following values:

Limit number of retained files: Enabled
Files to retain: 30

7. Navigate to "Server > (managed server) > Logging > Data Source" (new in option in current releases)

8. Set the following values:

Limit number of retained files: Enabled
Files to retain: 30

9. For domain level logging properties, navigate to "soa_domain > Configuration > Logging"

10. Set the following values:

Limit number of retained files: Enabled
Files to retain: 30

Applicable Versions:

• Oracle WebLogic Server 11g (10.3.x)