How To Fix VSCAN052 - Virus scan profile &1 does not contain any steps

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VSCAN - Virus Scan Interface

• Message number: 052

• Message text: Virus scan profile &1 does not contain any steps

What causes this issue?

Virus scan profile &V1& contains no steps that are to be processed.

System Response

The virus scan profile has errors and cannot be used.

How to fix this error?

Contact your system administrator.

Procedure for System Administrators

Check the configuration of the virus scan profile &V1&.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VSCAN052 - Virus scan profile &1 does not contain any steps ?

  The SAP error message VSCAN052 indicates that the virus scan profile specified does not contain any steps. This typically occurs when the virus scan profile is either not configured correctly or is missing the necessary steps to perform virus scanning.
  Cause:
  
  Empty Virus Scan Profile: The virus scan profile specified in the configuration does not have any defined steps for scanning.
  Misconfiguration: The profile may have been created but not properly configured with the necessary scanning steps.
  Profile Deletion: Steps may have been inadvertently deleted or not saved correctly during configuration.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the VSCAN052 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Virus Scan Profile Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code SICF (HTTP Service Hierarchy Maintenance) or VIRUS_SCAN (Virus Scan Profile Maintenance).
  Locate the virus scan profile that is causing the error.
  Ensure that the profile contains the necessary steps for virus scanning.
  
  
  
  Add Steps to the Profile:
  
  If the profile is empty, you will need to add the required steps. This typically involves specifying the virus scanning tool and the parameters for the scan.
  Make sure to include the necessary commands or scripts that the virus scanner should execute.
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  After adding the necessary steps, test the virus scan profile to ensure it is functioning correctly.
  You can do this by triggering a virus scan on a file or document to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the SAP documentation or the documentation of the virus scanning tool you are using for specific instructions on how to configure the virus scan profile correctly.
  
  
  
  Check for Updates:
  
  Ensure that your SAP system and the virus scanning tool are up to date, as updates may include fixes or improvements related to virus scanning.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal IT support team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Virus Scan Interface: SAP provides a virus scan interface that allows integration with various virus scanning tools. Ensure that the tool you are using is compatible with SAP.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SICF for service maintenance and VIRUS_SCAN for virus scan profile management.
  Security Best Practices: Regularly review and update your virus scan profiles as part of your organization's security best practices to ensure that they are effective against the latest threats.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the VSCAN052 error and ensure that your virus scan profile is properly configured.