How To Fix H2220 - Specify a valid Netscape path in the transaction FILE

H2220 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: H2 - KEN: Help Processor, Browser Startup, ...

• Message number: 220

• Message text: Specify a valid Netscape path in the transaction FILE

What causes this issue?

The logical file name NETSCAPE contains an invalid path name.

System Response

When the HTML help is started under Unix, the corresponding path of the
browser to be started is defined with a logical file name. If this name
is missing or not valid, the HTML help cannot be started under Unix.

How to fix this error?

In Transaction FILE, enter a valid path name for NETSCAPE.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message H2220 - Specify a valid Netscape path in the transaction FILE ?

  The SAP error message H2220, which states "Specify a valid Netscape path in the transaction FILE," typically occurs when the system is unable to find the specified path for the Netscape browser. This can happen in scenarios where SAP is configured to use Netscape for certain functionalities, such as web-based applications or services.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Path Configuration: The path to the Netscape executable may be incorrectly configured in the SAP system.
  Netscape Not Installed: The Netscape browser may not be installed on the server or client machine where the SAP GUI is running.
  Environment Variables: The environment variables that point to the Netscape installation may not be set correctly.
  Legacy System: Netscape is an outdated browser, and many modern systems may not support it or have it installed.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Netscape Installation:
  
  Ensure that Netscape is installed on the machine where the SAP GUI is running. If it is not installed, you may need to install it or