How To Fix D4657 - DST-Switch not configured on host &1. File &2 not found on host &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: D4 - DB2/400 specific messages

• Message number: 657

• Message text: DST-Switch not configured on host &1. File &2 not found on host &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message D4657 - DST-Switch not configured on host &1. File &2 not found on host &3 ?

  The SAP error message D4657 indicates that there is an issue with the Daylight Saving Time (DST) configuration on the specified host. The message specifically states that the DST switch is not configured, and it also mentions that a particular file is not found on the specified host.
  
  Cause:
  
  DST Configuration Missing: The host does not have the necessary configuration for Daylight Saving Time, which is required for proper time management in SAP systems.
  File Not Found: The file mentioned in the error message is missing from the specified host. This file is likely related to the DST configuration or time zone settings.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check DST Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the DST settings are correctly configured on the host. This may involve checking the operating system settings or the SAP system settings related to time zones and DST.
  You can use transaction code STZAC in SAP to check and configure time zones and DST settings.
  
  
  
  Verify File Existence:
  
  Check if