How To Fix GBW953 - Error when calling up a PC application

GBW953 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GBW - SAP Consolidation interface to BW

• Message number: 953

• Message text: Error when calling up a PC application

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GBW953 - Details

• The SAP error message GBW953, which indicates "Error when calling up a PC application," typically occurs when there is an issue with the integration between SAP and a PC application that is being called from within the SAP environment. This can happen for various reasons, including configuration issues, missing files, or problems with the application itself.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The settings for the external application may not be correctly configured in SAP.
  Missing Application: The PC application that SAP is trying to call may not be installed on the local machine or may not be accessible.
  File Path Issues: The path to the application or the files it needs may be incorrect or not properly set up.
  Permissions: The user may not have the necessary permissions to execute the application.
  Compatibility Issues: The version of the PC application may not be compatible with the version of SAP being used.
  Network Issues: If the application is located on