How To Fix /SRMSMC/CMN_BL055 - Instantiation of default virus scan profile failed

/SRMSMC/CMN_BL055 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SRMSMC/CMN_BL -

• Message number: 055

• Message text: Instantiation of default virus scan profile failed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SRMSMC/CMN_BL055 - Instantiation of default virus scan profile failed ?

  The SAP error message /SRMSMC/CMN_BL055 Instantiation of default virus scan profile failed typically indicates an issue with the virus scan configuration in the SAP system. This error can occur in various scenarios, particularly when the system is trying to instantiate or use a default virus scan profile for file uploads or downloads.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Virus Scan Profile: The default virus scan profile may not be defined or may be missing in the system.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be misconfigurations in the virus scan settings or profiles.
  Virus Scan Service Not Running: The external virus scan service (like McAfee, Symantec, etc.) may not be running or accessible.
  Authorization Issues: The user or service account may not have the necessary authorizations to access the virus scan profile.
  Network Issues: There may be network connectivity issues preventing the SAP system from communicating with the virus scan service.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Virus Scan Profile:
  
  Go to transaction code SRM_VIRUS_SCAN or SICF to check if