How To Fix 29840 - Enter an application server

29840 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 29 - Bills of Material

• Message number: 840

• Message text: Enter an application server

What causes this issue?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

System Response

How to fix this error?

If the sequential file is to be read from an external application
server, you need to enter the name of the server in the <LS>Server
name</> field. You can display possible entries to see a list of all
availabe application servers.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 29840 - Enter an application server ?

  The SAP error message "29840 Enter an application server" typically occurs when a user attempts to log into the SAP system but has not specified an application server in the login screen. This can happen for various reasons, including misconfiguration or user error.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Application Server: The user did not select or enter an application server in the login screen.
  
  Configuration Issues: The SAP system might not be properly configured to display available application servers.
  Network Issues: There may be network connectivity problems preventing the user from accessing the application server.
  Client Configuration: The client settings may not be correctly set up to connect to the desired application server.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Specify an Application Server:
  
  On the SAP logon screen, ensure that you select or enter an application server. You can do this by:
  Clicking on the "New Item" button to add a new server entry.
  Entering the server details (e.g., server name, instance number).
  
  
  
  
  
  Check SAP Logon Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the