How To Fix SALV_BS_MSG204 - Export not possible because a Zip interpreter is not installed on the IGS

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SALV_BS_MSG -

• Message number: 204

• Message text: Export not possible because a Zip interpreter is not installed on the IGS

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SALV_BS_MSG204 - Export not possible because a Zip interpreter is not installed on the IGS ?

  The SAP error message SALV_BS_MSG204 indicates that the system is unable to perform an export operation because a Zip interpreter is not installed on the Internet Graphics Server (IGS). This typically occurs when you are trying to export data in a compressed format (like ZIP) and the necessary components to handle this format are missing.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Zip Interpreter: The primary cause of this error is that the required Zip interpreter is not installed or configured on the IGS. The IGS is responsible for rendering and exporting graphical content, and it needs the Zip interpreter to handle ZIP file operations.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the IGS settings that prevent it from recognizing or utilizing the Zip interpreter.
  Version Compatibility: The version of the IGS or the SAP system may not support the required functionality for ZIP exports.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Install the Zip Interpreter:
  
  Ensure that the Zip interpreter is installed on the IGS. This may involve downloading the appropriate software package and following the installation instructions provided by SAP.
  You may need to consult your system administrator or SAP Basis team to perform this installation.
  
  
  
  Check IGS Configuration:
  
  Verify the configuration settings of the IGS to ensure that it is set up to use the Zip interpreter. This may involve checking the IGS profile parameters.
  You can access the IGS configuration through transaction codes like SICF or RZ10 to check the relevant settings.
  
  
  
  Update IGS:
  
  If the IGS is outdated, consider updating it to a newer version that supports the required functionality for ZIP exports.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. There may be patches or updates that resolve the issue.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the export functionality again to ensure that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for the Internet Graphics Server and the specific version you are using for detailed installation and configuration instructions.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  By addressing the missing Zip interpreter and ensuring proper configuration, you should be able to resolve the SALV_BS_MSG204 error and successfully perform the export operation.