How To Fix /SMB/BBPRJ_INST206 - Virus scan error - contact your system administrator ("&1&2&3&4")

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SMB/BBPRJ_INST -

• Message number: 206

• Message text: Virus scan error - contact your system administrator ("&1&2&3&4")

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SMB/BBPRJ_INST206 - Virus scan error - contact your system administrator ("&1&2&3&4") ?

  The SAP error message /SMB/BBPRJ_INST206 Virus scan error - contact your system administrator ("&1&2&3&4") typically indicates that there is an issue with the virus scanning process that is integrated into the SAP system. This error can occur during various operations, such as file uploads or downloads, where the system is configured to scan files for viruses before processing them.
  Causes:
  
  Virus Scan Configuration Issues: The virus scanning tool may not be properly configured or may not be running.
  File Type Restrictions: The file being scanned may be of a type that is not allowed or is blocked by the virus scanner.
  Network Issues: There may be connectivity issues between the SAP system and the virus scanning tool.
  Permissions Issues: The user or the system may not have the necessary permissions to access the virus scanning tool or the files being scanned.
  Scanner Malfunction: The virus scanner itself may be malfunctioning or may have encountered an error during the scanning process.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Virus Scan Configuration: Ensure that the virus scanning tool is correctly configured in the SAP system. This includes checking the settings in transaction code /SMB/BBP_VIRUS_SCAN.
  Verify Virus Scanner Status: Make sure that the virus scanner service is running and is accessible from the SAP system.
  Review File Types: Check if the file type being uploaded or downloaded is allowed by the virus scanner. If necessary, adjust the configuration to permit the file type.
  Check Network Connectivity: Ensure that there are no network issues preventing the SAP system from communicating with the virus scanner.
  Review Permissions: Verify that the user and the SAP system have the necessary permissions to access the virus scanner and the files being processed.
  Consult Logs: Check the logs of both the SAP system and the virus scanner for any error messages that could provide more insight into the issue.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your system administrator or SAP support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide updates and patches related to virus scanning.
  Documentation: Review the documentation for the virus scanning tool being used to ensure compatibility and correct configuration with SAP.
  System Logs: Use transaction codes like SM21 (System Log) and SLG1 (Application Log) to gather more information about the error context.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the virus scan error in your SAP system.