How To Fix /IWFND/CM_COF_VSCAN001 - Deactive Virus Scanner (V2)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /IWFND/CM_COF_VSCAN -

• Message number: 001

• Message text: Deactive Virus Scanner (V2)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /IWFND/CM_COF_VSCAN001 - Deactive Virus Scanner (V2) ?

  The SAP error message /IWFND/CM_COF_VSCAN001 Deactivate Virus Scanner (V2) typically indicates that the virus scanning functionality in the SAP system is either not configured correctly or is disabled. This error is related to the SAP Gateway and is often encountered when the system is trying to process a request that involves file uploads or downloads, and the virus scanning feature is expected to be active.
  Cause:
  
  Virus Scanner Not Configured: The virus scanner may not be properly configured in the SAP system.
  Virus Scanner Service Not Running: The external virus scanning service may not be running or accessible.
  System Settings: The settings in the SAP system may not allow for the virus scanner to be activated.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or configure the virus scanner.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Virus Scanner Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code SICF and check the service configuration for the virus scanner.
  Ensure that the virus scanner is correctly configured in the SAP system.
  
  
  
  Activate Virus Scanner:
  
  If the virus scanner is deactivated, you may need to activate it. This can usually be done in the SAP Gateway settings or through the relevant configuration transaction.
  
  
  
  Verify External Virus Scanner:
  
  Ensure that the external virus scanner service is running and accessible from the SAP system. This may involve checking network settings or firewall rules.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and configure the virus scanner settings.
  
  
  
  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.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the SAP documentation for the specific version you are using to ensure that all prerequisites for the virus scanner are met.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Gateway: The error is related to the SAP Gateway, which is responsible for handling HTTP requests and responses.
  Virus Scanning: Virus scanning is an important security feature that helps protect the SAP system from malicious files.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  By addressing the configuration and ensuring that the virus scanner is active and properly set up, you should be able to resolve the error message /IWFND/CM_COF_VSCAN001.