How To Fix AD948 - System type or name cannot be determined

AD948 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AD - Data Dictionary application messages

• Message number: 948

• Message text: System type or name cannot be determined

What causes this issue?

A function module which should determine the system type or system name
was called. This could not be done.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Check whether these settings were correctly set in the profile.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AD948 - System type or name cannot be determined ?

  The SAP error message AD948 ("System type or name cannot be determined") typically occurs in the context of system configuration or when trying to access certain system parameters. This error can arise due to various reasons, including issues with system settings, missing configuration, or problems with the transport layer.
  Causes:
  
  Missing or Incorrect Configuration: The system type or name may not be properly configured in the SAP system settings.
  Transport Layer Issues: If there are issues with the transport layer or if the transport directory is not correctly set up, it can lead to this error.
  Network Issues: Problems with network connectivity or DNS resolution can prevent the system from determining its type or name.
  Authorization Issues: Lack of proper authorizations for the user trying to access the system can also lead to this error.
  System Profile Issues: The instance profile may not be correctly set up, leading to the inability to determine the system type.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
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