How To Fix VSCAN_CE047 - No reference profile was configured for profile &1.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 047

• Message text: No reference profile was configured for profile &1.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VSCAN_CE047 - No reference profile was configured for profile &1. ?

  The SAP error message VSCAN_CE047 indicates that there is no reference profile configured for the specified profile in the context of the SAP Virus Scan Interface (VSI). This error typically arises when the system is trying to perform a virus scan on files, but it cannot find the necessary configuration for the specified profile.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The specified profile does not have a reference profile assigned to it. This can happen if the profile was created but not fully configured.
  Profile Deletion: The reference profile that was previously assigned may have been deleted or is no longer available.
  Transport Issues: If the profile was transported from another system, the reference profile may not have been included in the transport.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Profile Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code SICF (HTTP Service Hierarchy Maintenance) and check the configuration of the virus scan profile.
  Ensure that the profile specified in the error message has a valid reference profile assigned.
  
  
  
  Assign a Reference Profile:
  
  If the profile is missing a reference, you can assign a valid reference profile. This can typically be done in the configuration settings for the virus scan profile.
  Navigate to the relevant configuration area (usually under SPRO -> Cross-Application Components -> SAP Virus Scan Interface) and ensure that the profiles are correctly set up.
  
  
  
  Create a New Profile:
  
  If necessary, create a new profile and assign a reference profile to it. Make sure to configure it according to your organization's requirements.
  
  
  
  Check Transport Requests:
  
  If the profile was transported, ensure that all necessary objects were included in the transport request. You may need to re-transport the missing reference profile.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the Virus Scan Interface for additional guidance on configuring profiles.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SICF: For managing HTTP services.
  SPRO: For accessing the SAP Reference IMG.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to the Virus Scan Interface and profile configuration.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the VSCAN_CE047 error and ensure that your virus scan profiles are correctly configured.