How To Fix VSCAN_CE042 - Virus scan profile &1 generated.

VSCAN_CE042 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VSCAN_CE - Message Class for VSCAN Configuration Entities

• Message number: 042

• Message text: Virus scan profile &1 generated.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VSCAN_CE042 - Virus scan profile &1 generated. ?

  The SAP error message VSCAN_CE042 indicates that a virus scan profile has been generated, but it may not be properly configured or there may be issues with the virus scanning process. This error typically arises in the context of SAP systems that are integrated with virus scanning software to ensure that files being uploaded or downloaded are free from malware.
  
  Cause:
  
  
  Configuration Issues: The virus scan profile may not be correctly configured in the SAP system.
  Missing Virus Scan Software: The required virus scanning software may not be installed or properly integrated with the SAP system.
  Profile Generation Errors: There may be issues in generating the virus scan profile due to incorrect parameters or settings.
  Permissions: The user or the system may not have the necessary permissions to access or execute the virus scan profile.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Virus Scan Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code VSCN in SAP.
  Verify the settings of the virus scan profile. Ensure that the profile