How To Fix 42799 - The HTML viewer should start now.

42799 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 42 - Information Workbench

• Message number: 799

• Message text: The HTML viewer should start now.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 42799 - The HTML viewer should start now. ?

  The SAP error message "42799: The HTML viewer should start now" typically indicates an issue with the HTML viewer component in SAP, which is used to display HTML content within the SAP GUI or other SAP applications. This error can occur for various reasons, including configuration issues, missing components, or problems with the browser settings.
  Causes:
  
  Browser Compatibility: The HTML viewer may not be compatible with the browser being used.
  Missing Components: Required components or plugins for the HTML viewer may not be installed or properly configured.
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect settings in the SAP GUI or the HTML viewer configuration can lead to this error.
  Network Issues: Connectivity problems may prevent the HTML viewer from loading content.
  Security Settings: Browser security settings may block the HTML viewer from functioning correctly.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Browser Compatibility:
  
  Ensure that you are using a supported browser version for the SAP GUI and HTML viewer.
  Try using a different browser to see if the issue