How To Fix /IWFND/CM_COF_VSCAN000 - Omit Exception if Virus Scan Profile is not active (V4)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /IWFND/CM_COF_VSCAN -

• Message number: 000

• Message text: Omit Exception if Virus Scan Profile is not active (V4)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /IWFND/CM_COF_VSCAN000 - Omit Exception if Virus Scan Profile is not active (V4) ?

  The SAP error message /IWFND/CM_COF_VSCAN000 Omit Exception if Virus Scan Profile is not active (V4) typically relates to the virus scanning functionality in SAP Gateway. This error indicates that the system is configured to check for virus scanning, but the virus scan profile is not active or properly configured.
  Cause:
  
  Inactive Virus Scan Profile: The virus scan profile that is supposed to be used for scanning incoming or outgoing data is not active.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the virus scan settings in the SAP system.
  Missing Virus Scan Software: The required virus scanning software may not be installed or properly integrated with the SAP system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Activate Virus Scan Profile:
  
  Go to transaction code SICF and check the service configuration for the relevant service.
  Ensure that the virus scan profile is active. You can do this by navigating to the relevant settings in the SAP system and activating the profile.
  
  
  
  Check Virus Scan Configuration:
  
  Use transaction code RZ10 to check the profile parameters related to virus scanning.
  Ensure that the parameters for virus scanning are correctly set. Look for parameters like icm/HTTP/verify_client and icm/HTTP/verify_server.
  
  
  
  Install/Configure Virus Scan Software:
  
  Ensure that the virus scanning software (like McAfee, Symantec, etc.) is installed and configured correctly on the server.
  Check the integration settings between SAP and the virus scanning software to ensure they are communicating properly.
  
  
  
  Review SAP Notes:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional guidance or patches related to this error. You can search for notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the functionality to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for detailed instructions on configuring virus scanning in SAP systems.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for discussions and solutions shared by other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  System Logs: Check the system logs (transaction SM21) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message and ensure that the virus scanning functionality is working as intended in your SAP system.