Hi folks,

I researched the task and share my experience: there are principally two steps required to successfully install SAP GUI 7.3 for Java on macOS (10.12).

SAP GUI 7.3 for Windows, the successor to SAP GUI for Windows 7.20, has been released some days ago and available to download for SAP Customers at SAP Service Marketplace site. Several visual and usability improvements have been implemented to help users organize and complete their daily work quickly and efficiently in this version of GUI. Jan 19, 2015  Released on October 8th, SAP GUI 7.40 offers many new features of the following, New design theme called Blue Crystal SAP NetWeaver Business Client Integration Installation Improvement SAP Screenreader Extensions Details of the features above can be found on SAP’s Official SAP GUI site. For those who have not access to SAP Service Marketplace, the.

Note Before You Start decide between SAP GUI 7.3 or 7.4 Java

If you have numerous systems listed in a typical saplogon.ini file you usually want to leverage this to import such settings into your SAP GUI 7.3 Java. Similarly as in Windows installations, you would point to the saplogon.ini file in the SAP GUI preferences (in Windows under »Options > SAP Logon > configurations«) as illustrated below. Since the saplogin.ini file comprises the system access data it will thus automatically set the correct SAP system connections.

You even might insert a file link to a server where the most current version of the saplogon.ini file resides. This comes in handy if system access data like IP addresses change frequently and are updated to reflect the most recent changes. If your technical department gives you a file link that points to a server, it is highly recommended to use it in lieu of a file on your local machine.

With the new version SAP GUI 7.4 Java this changed, in that a file link is not supported anymore.

Unfortunately, to run SAP GUI 7.3 Java you will need to install legacy Java version 6 according to Download Java for OS X 2015-001

Recommendation: Should you plan to use a saplogon.ini file use 7.3 not 7.4.

• SAP GUI 7.3 for Java installation file.
• Legacy Java 6 kit installation.
• The Java conversion program SapGuiIniToSapcConverter.jar

Step 1: Conversion of saplogon.ini from Windows to macOS

In an SAP environment you typically face the behemoth Windows installations, at least from a file size perspective. Thus the saplogon.ini file is targeted towards Windows OS. In order to use it on macOS it needs conversion. Luckily, there is a conversion program out there that is doing this for you. An excerpt from the corresponding thread authored by Mike Schernbeck (mike.schernbeck@googlemail.com) is pasted below:

To keep things short: I implemented a small tool, that is able to convert a saplogon.ini file in a way, that the information stored in it can be used by a SAPGUI for Java environments. It is implemented in Java. Here the link to JAR file: SapGuiIniToSapcConverter.jar. The tool can be used on Windows or Linux platforms, thanks to Java. Here is how to use it: Open your favorite command line (terminal on Linux / UNIX environments or command prompt in Windows environments) and type in the following command:

The Java program for converting saplogon.ini from Windows to macOS.

Result: a macOS ready saplogon.ini file.

Step 2: Point to saplogon.ini file

In the SAP GUI 7.3 Java preferences go to Logon and insert the file path to the saplogon.ini file in the configuration file as illustrated in the figure above.

Hope this helps.

reg,

wolf

Oct 21, 2016 9:46 AM

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Before You Begin

• Mac OS X 10.8 or higher
• Ensure that you have Administrator privileges on the system.
• Ensure that you have 350 MB free on your computer's hard drive.
• If you are logged into SAPgui, log off and 'Quit' the SAPgui application.
• If you have an SAP folder on your hard drive within the Applications folder, make a note of the name of the folder. You will be able to revert to the prior version if necessary.

Pre-Installation Instructions

A. SAPgui and Kerberos Tickets

Acquire Kerberos tickets. Tickets are required to connect to SAP systems

1. SAPgui may bring up the Ticket Viewer to prompt you to obtain Kerberos tickets. If not:
   • You may see an error mentioning 'GSS-API'
   • SAPgui may stall at 'Connecting...'
   • Your SAPgui session may freeze.
     All of these behaviors mean that either you do not have Kerberos tickets, or your Kerberos tickets have expired. To resolve that issue, use the instruction below to get tickets manually.
     
2. How to get Kerberos tickets manually
   • Launch Kerberos Ticket Viewer (Applications > Utilities > Ticket Viewer).
   • Enter your Kerberos username (the first part of your @mit.edu email address), and your Kerberos password (the password used to check your @mit.edu email).

NOTE: Your Kerberos tickets will last for 10 hours only, and have to be manually renewed if you wish to remain in SAP longer. If you do wish to remain in SAP longer than 10 hours, it's a good idea to renew them at least 20 minutes or so before they expire.

B. Ensure Kerberos Extras is installed

Download and install Kerberos Extras.

C. Install Oracle Java 8 JDK

Note: SAPgui 7.40 for Mac requires Oracle Java 8 JDK. Go to Oracle's download page to download Java SE Development Kit 8 for Mac OS X. An Oracle account is required to download Java 8 JDK.You'll receive the prompt to create an account once you select the correct JDK version.

1. Double-click on the JDK Installer package.
   Result: The installer opens.
   
2. Click Continue to begin the Oracle Java JDK installer.
   Result: The Destination Select window opens.
   
3. To install for all users of the computer, click Continue.
   Result: The Installation Type window opens.
   
4. For a standard install, click Install.
   Result: You are prompted for your administrator password.
   
5. Enter the administrator credentials and click Install Software.
   
6. The installation will execute.
   
7. Once installation is complete, click Close to finish the installation.
   

SAPGUI 7.40 rev 2 Installation Instructions

Follow the on-screen instructions and accept all default values to complete the install.

1. Download the SAPgui7.40.2 installer
   Result: The installer, SAPgui-7.40.2.dmg, should now be in your Downloads folder, or on the Desktop.
2. Double-click SAPgui-7.40.2.dmg.
   Result: The dmg opens and displays the installer.
   
3. Click on the installer icon, SAPgui_signed.pkg
   Result: The Install SAPgui_signed window appears.
   
4. Click Continue.
   Result: The Destination Select window appears.
   
5. Select your destination, usually your computer's hard drive.
   Result: The Installation Type window appears.
   
6. For a standard install, click Install.
   
7. When prompted, enter the Administrator password for the computer and click Install Software.
   Result: SAPgui will install and show you an Installation Complete message.
   
8. Installation is now complete. Click Close.

First Use

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1. Navigate on your Macintosh Hard Drive to Applications > SAP Clients > SAPGUI > SAPGUI.
2. Drag SAPGUI to the dock for easy launch.
3. Double-click SAPGUI or click the SAP icon in the dock.
   Result: SAP Logon pad launches.
   NOTE: If 'Connections' does not have an option for SAP System 'ACP SAP GRC Production', send an email to the Help Desk.
4. Double-click Production to log in to SAPgui.
   NOTE: If the splash screen stalls at 'Connecting...', see SAPgui and Kerberos Tickets.
5. When connecting for the first time to Production, you may see a pop-up selection box. If it appears, select Productive: Fully Trusted. Needs access to local resources, then click OK. It should look like this:?

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If SAPgui remains unresponsive after getting new tickets, you may need to 'Force Quit' the application.

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1. Follow the menu path Apple > Force Quit.
   Result: A popup window appears with a list of applications.
2. Select SAPGUI.
3. Press Force Quit.
4. Press Force Quit again to confirm.