How To Fix VSCAN079 - Instance directory &1 is not valid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VSCAN - Virus Scan Interface

• Message number: 079

• Message text: Instance directory &1 is not valid

What causes this issue?

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System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VSCAN079 - Instance directory &1 is not valid ?

  The SAP error message VSCAN079 indicates that the instance directory specified is not valid. This error typically occurs in the context of the SAP system's virus scanning configuration, where the system is trying to access a directory that either does not exist or is not accessible.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Directory Path: The specified instance directory path may be incorrect or misspelled.
  Directory Does Not Exist: The directory may not exist on the file system.
  Insufficient Permissions: The user under which the SAP instance is running may not have the necessary permissions to access the specified directory.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration settings related to the virus scanning interface.
  File System Issues: The file system may be corrupted or not mounted properly.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Verify Directory Path:
  
  Check the configuration settings in the SAP system to ensure that the instance directory path is correct.
  You can find the instance directory in the SAP profile parameters or in the configuration settings for the virus scanner.
  
  
  
  Check Directory Existence:
  
  Use the command line or file explorer to navigate to the specified directory and confirm that it exists.
  
  
  
  Check Permissions:
  
  Ensure that the user account running the SAP instance has the necessary read/write permissions for the directory.
  You can modify permissions using commands like chmod (on Unix/Linux) or through the properties dialog in Windows.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  If you are using a virus scanning interface, ensure that it is correctly configured in the SAP system.
  Check the relevant SAP notes or documentation for any specific configuration requirements.
  
  
  
  File System Check:
  
  If the directory exists but is still causing issues, check the file system for errors. On Unix/Linux, you can use commands like fsck, and on Windows, you can use chkdsk.
  
  
  
  Restart SAP Instance:
  
  After making changes, restart the SAP instance to ensure that all configurations are reloaded.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes related to virus scanning and instance configuration for any updates or patches that may address this issue.
  Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for virus scanning configuration and best practices.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, providing them with detailed logs and error messages.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the VSCAN079 error and ensure that the instance directory is valid and accessible.