Message type: E = Error
Message class: /STMC/CR_MSG -
Message number: 497
Message text: Error while opening external browser window; rc=&1
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/STMC/CR_MSG497
- Error while opening external browser window; rc=&1 ?The SAP error message /STMC/CR_MSG497 indicates that there was an issue when trying to open an external browser window from within the SAP system. The message includes a return code (rc=&1), which can provide additional context about the nature of the error. Possible Causes: Browser Configuration: The external browser may not be properly configured to handle requests from SAP. This could be due to settings in the browser or the operating system. Network Issues: There may be network connectivity issues preventing the SAP system from communicating with the external browser. SAP GUI Settings: The SAP GUI settings may not be configured to allow external browser calls. Missing or Incorrect URL: The URL being called may be incorrect or not properly formatted. Security Settings: Security settings in the browser or firewall may be blocking the request from SAP. Solutions: Check Browser Configuration: Ensure that the default browser is set correctly in the operating system. Check if the browser is capable of
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