How To Fix SBF_BW016 - The HTML control on this computer is obsolete

SBF_BW016 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SBF_BW - Messages from the BAPI Development Workbench

• Message number: 016

• Message text: The HTML control on this computer is obsolete

What causes this issue?

You are using Internet Explorer 4 or later. There is an especially
tailored control to use with these versions. The control you are using
now does not support the project management functions. There are
authorization problems with the scripts.

How to fix this error?

Reinstall the SAPgui to get the new control.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

SBF_BW016 - Details

• The SAP error message SBF_BW016 indicates that the HTML control on the computer is outdated or obsolete. This error typically arises when using SAP BusinessObjects or SAP BW (Business Warehouse) applications that rely on HTML rendering for displaying reports or dashboards.
  
  Cause:
  
  Outdated HTML Control: The HTML control (often referred to as the ActiveX control or the SAP GUI for HTML) installed on the user's machine is not compatible with the version of SAP software being used.
  Browser Compatibility: The web browser being used may not support the required HTML control or may have settings that prevent it from functioning correctly.
  Missing Updates: The system may not have the latest updates or patches installed, which can lead to compatibility issues.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Update the HTML Control:
  
  Ensure that you have the latest version of the SAP GUI installed. You can download the latest version from the SAP Support Portal or your organization's software distribution platform.
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