How To Fix SD604 - The SAP GUI directory was not found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SD - Online doc., terminology, translation, help

• Message number: 604

• Message text: The SAP GUI directory was not found

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SD604 - The SAP GUI directory was not found ?

  The SAP error message SD604, which states "The SAP GUI directory was not found," typically indicates that the SAP GUI (Graphical User Interface) installation is either incomplete, misconfigured, or the system cannot locate the necessary files to run the GUI.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Installation: The SAP GUI may not be installed on the machine or the installation is incomplete.
  Incorrect Path: The path to the SAP GUI directory may be incorrectly configured in the system settings.
  Corrupted Installation: The installation of the SAP GUI may be corrupted or damaged.
  User Permissions: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access the SAP GUI directory.
  Environment Variables: The environment variables related to SAP GUI may not be set correctly.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Reinstall SAP GUI:
  
  Uninstall the current version of SAP GUI.
  Download the latest version from the SAP Service Marketplace or your organization's software repository.
  Install the SAP GUI again, ensuring that the installation completes without errors.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Verify the configuration settings in the