How To Fix GEF_CORE_MSG083 - HTML control class cannot be instantiated

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GEF_CORE_MSG - Message class for GEF core

• Message number: 083

• Message text: HTML control class cannot be instantiated

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GEF_CORE_MSG083 - HTML control class cannot be instantiated ?

  The SAP error message GEF_CORE_MSG083 indicates that the HTML control class cannot be instantiated. This error typically arises in the context of SAP GUI for HTML or when using Web Dynpro applications. Here are some potential causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Missing or Incorrect Configuration: The HTML control class may not be properly configured in the SAP system.
  Version Compatibility: There may be compatibility issues between the SAP system version and the HTML control being used.
  Browser Issues: The web browser being used may not support the required features for the HTML control.
  Network Issues: Connectivity problems may prevent the control from being loaded correctly.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the HTML control.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the HTML control is correctly configured in the SAP system. This may involve checking the settings in transaction codes like SE80 or SE41.
  
  
  
  Update SAP System:
  
  If you are using an older version of SAP, consider updating to a more recent version that supports the HTML control.
  
  
  
  Browser Compatibility:
  
  Test the application in different web browsers. Ensure that you are using a supported browser version. Clear the browser cache and cookies, and try again.
  
  
  
  Network Connectivity:
  
  Verify that there are no network issues preventing the control from loading. Check firewall settings and ensure that the necessary ports are open.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Check the user roles and authorizations to ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to access the HTML control.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If you have access to the development environment, you can debug the application to identify where the instantiation is failing.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal. There may be specific patches or notes addressing this issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for Web Dynpro and HTML controls for more detailed information on configuration and usage.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance, providing them with detailed information about the error and the context in which it occurs.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the issue related to the GEF_CORE_MSG083 error message.