How To Fix GW679 - Transaction program not registered

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GW - Message Texts for Gateway

• Message number: 679

• Message text: Transaction program not registered

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GW679 - Transaction program not registered ?

  The SAP error message GW679, which states "Transaction program not registered," typically occurs when a transaction code is not properly registered in the SAP system. This can happen for various reasons, such as missing configuration, issues with the transaction code itself, or problems with the underlying program.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Registration: The transaction code is not registered in the SAP system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The transaction might not be properly configured in the SAP Gateway.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to execute the transaction.
  Transport Issues: If the transaction was recently transported from another system, it may not have been properly registered.
  Program Deletion: The underlying program associated with the transaction code may have been deleted or is not available.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Transaction Code Registration:
  
  Use transaction code SE93 to check if the transaction code is registered correctly.
  Ensure that the transaction code is linked to the correct program.
  
  
  
  Register the Transaction:
  
  If the transaction code is missing, you may need to create a new entry in SE93 to register it properly.
  
  
  
  Check Authorization:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to execute the transaction. You can check this using transaction SU53 after the error occurs.
  
  
  
  Review Transport Requests:
  
  If the transaction was recently transported, check the transport logs to ensure that all necessary objects were included and that there were no errors during the transport.
  
  
  
  Check Program Availability:
  
  Use transaction SE38 or SE80 to check if the program associated with the transaction code exists and is active.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with the transaction codes related to your issue, such as SE93 for transaction registration, SU53 for authorization checks, and SE38 for program management.
  SAP Gateway: Understanding how the SAP Gateway works and how transactions are registered can help in troubleshooting similar issues in the future.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation and community forums for additional insights and user experiences related to the GW679 error.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the GW679 error in your SAP system.