How To Fix APB_LAUNCHPAD079 - Enter a GUI-Type

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: APB_LAUNCHPAD - Launchpad

• Message number: 079

• Message text: Enter a GUI-Type

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message APB_LAUNCHPAD079 - Enter a GUI-Type ?

  The SAP error message APB_LAUNCHPAD079 typically indicates that the system requires a specific GUI type to be specified when launching an application or transaction in the SAP Fiori Launchpad or similar environments. This error can occur when the system is unable to determine which GUI type (such as SAP GUI for Windows, SAP GUI for HTML, etc.) should be used to open the application.
  Cause:
  
  Missing GUI Type Configuration: The system may not have a default GUI type configured for the user or the application.
  Incorrect Launchpad Configuration: The launchpad might not be set up correctly to handle the application type being requested.
  User Profile Issues: The user profile may not have the necessary settings or permissions to access the specified GUI type.
  Browser Compatibility: If using a web-based GUI, there may be compatibility issues with the browser being used.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Launchpad Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the launchpad is correctly configured to handle the application types you are trying to access.
  Verify that the target application is correctly defined in the launchpad configuration.
  
  
  
  Specify GUI Type:
  
  If you are a developer or administrator, you may need to specify the GUI type in the launchpad configuration or in the application settings.
  
  
  
  User Profile Settings:
  
  Check the user profile settings in the SAP system to ensure that the correct GUI type is assigned.
  You can do this by navigating to the user settings in transaction SU01 and checking the parameters.
  
  
  
  Browser Settings:
  
  If you are using a web-based GUI, ensure that your browser is compatible with SAP Fiori and that any necessary plugins or settings are enabled.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes and Documentation:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. SAP frequently updates its documentation and provides fixes for known issues.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP's support portal for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP GUI Types: Familiarize yourself with the different types of SAP GUI (e.g., SAP GUI for Windows, SAP GUI for HTML) and their configurations.
  SAP Fiori Launchpad: Understanding how the Fiori Launchpad works and how applications are configured can help in troubleshooting similar issues.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the applications and GUI types.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the APB_LAUNCHPAD079 error and successfully launch the desired application.