How To Fix PA279 - Business system is not supported on the presentation server

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PA - Recruitment Messages

• Message number: 279

• Message text: Business system is not supported on the presentation server

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PA279 - Business system is not supported on the presentation server ?

  The SAP error message PA279, which states "Business system is not supported on the presentation server," typically occurs in the context of SAP Process Integration (PI) or SAP Process Orchestration (PO) when there is an issue with the configuration of the business system or the way it is being accessed.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The business system may not be properly configured in the Integration Directory or the System Landscape Directory (SLD).
  Presentation Server Issues: The presentation server (the client machine from which you are accessing SAP) may not have the necessary authorizations or settings to access the business system.
  Network Issues: There may be network connectivity issues preventing the presentation server from reaching the business system.
  Version Compatibility: The version of the SAP GUI or the client software may not be compatible with the business system.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the business system is correctly defined in the SLD and Integration Directory.
  Verify that the system is active