Debugging Configuration

The CompuTec.Core framework provides a robust configuration system that simplifies managing runtime settings for SAP Business One plugins and related components. At the heart of this is the Dev.config file, which allows developers to customize logging, enable debugging, configure telemetry, and tailor runtime behavior for seamless development and operations. This guide offers an overview of key configuration options and steps to debug effectively.

Logging Configuration

Logging is essential for monitoring and troubleshooting. Use the following structure to define logging levels and output destinations:

"Logging": {
    "LogLevel": {
        "Default": "Information",
        "Microsoft": "Warning",
        "Microsoft.Hosting.Lifetime": "Information"
    },
    "Console": {
        "IncludeScopes": true
    },
    "NLog": {
        "IncludeScopes": true,
        "RemoveLoggerFactoryFilter": false
    }
}

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Development Configuration

The DevelopmentConfiguration section is crucial for debugging plugins. When enabled, it loads all plugins listed in the Plugins array. Each path must lead to a valid dev.config.json file describing the plugin’s dependencies and location.

Example

"DevelopmentConfiguration": {
    "Enabled": true,
    "Plugins": [
        "C:\git\core\SampleApp\CT.VehOne\Source\CT.VehOne.UI\dev.config.json"
    ]
}

Debugging SAP Business One with CompuTec Start

Requirements

• Ensure the company is activated in AppEngine.
• Install the CompuTec.Start add-on. By default, it is located at: C:\Program Files\sap\SAP Business One\AddOns\CT\CompuTec.Start\X64Client\

Steps

1. Create a dev.config.json file for CompuTec.Start. This file can include logging, telemetry, properties, and force development mode configurations to load your plugin.

2. Define a launch profile with the CT_DEBUG environment variable pointing to the dev.config.json file.

Example: launchSettings.json

{
  "profiles": {
    "LaunchSApUiPlugin": {
        "commandName": "Executable",
        "executablePath": "C:\Program Files\sap\SAP Business One\AddOns\CT\CompuTec.Start\X64Client\CompuTec.Start.exe",
        "workingDirectory": "C:\Program Files\sap\SAP Business One\AddOns\CT\CompuTec.Start\X64Client\",
        "environmentVariables": {
            "CT_DEBUG": "C:\git\core\SampleApp\CT.VehOne\Source\CT.VehOne.UI\Properties\Debug.config.json"
        }
    }
  }
}

Example: Debug.config.json

{
  "ConnectionProperties": {
    "FORMCachingDisabled": true,
    "FofseDbStructureCheckOnConnectionInitialization": true,
    "PluginDirectory": ""
  },
  "DevelopmentConfiguration": {
    "Enabled": true,
    "AeWwwPath": "",
    "Plugins": [
        "C:\git\core\SampleApp\CT.VehOne\Source\CT.VehOne.UI\dev.config.json"
    ]
  }
}

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Debugging AppEngine

Steps to Prepare AppEngine for Debugging

1. Stop the AppEngine service.
2. Navigate to the AppEngine directory: C:\Program Files\CompuTec AppEngine
3. Edit the DevApp.template file:
   • Specify the database connection string.
   • Define a unique Dev Instance GUID.
   • Assign a name to this instance.
   • Optionally adjust logging settings.
   • Save the file as DevApp.config.json.

Example: DevApp.config.json

{
"ConnectionStrings": {
    "DefaultDbProvider": "Hana",
    "DefaultConnection": "Database=DEV;server=hanadev:30013;uid=SYSTEM;password=*8*;current Schema=CTAPPDATA"
},
"DevelopmentConfiguration": {
    "Enabled": true,
    "Plugins": []
},
"AppEngineInstance": "e5aaf3d2-626c-4eea-a206-48979edee0e7",
"DefaultAppEngineInstanceName": "Development Server"
}

4. Run the CompuTec.AppEngine.Host.DevApp.core.exe file as Administrator.
5. Activate the required companies via https://localhost:54001.
6. Stop the application if you wish to run it from a development environment.

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Debugging Web Plugins with AppEngine

Prepare a launchSettings.json file for debugging web plugins.

Example: launchSettings.json

{
  "profiles": {
    "Default": {
      "commandName": "Executable",
      "executablePath": "C:\Program Files\CompuTec AppEngine\CompuTec.AppEngine.Host.DevApp.core.exe",
      "workingDirectory": "C:\Program Files\CompuTec AppEngine",
      "environmentVariables": {
        "CT_DEBUG": "yourProjectPath\Properties\DevAeConfig.config.json"
      }
    }
  }
}

Example: DevAeConfig.config.json

{
  "Logging": {
    "LogLevel": {
        "Default": "Information",
        "Microsoft": "Warning",
        "Microsoft.Hosting.Lifetime": "Information"
    },
    "Console": {
        "IncludeScopes": true
    },
    "Debug": {
        "IncludeScopes": true
    }
  },
  "DevelopmentConfiguration": {
    "Enabled": true,
    "Plugins": [
        "C:\git\core\SampleApp\CT.VehOne\Source\CT.VehOne\dev.config.json"
    ]
  }
}

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The Dev.config file in the CompuTec.Core framework is a powerful tool for customizing and debugging SAP Business One plugins. By correctly configuring logging, enabling development mode, and preparing AppEngine for debugging, developers can streamline their workflows and ensure smooth plugin integration. With this guide, you are equipped to configure, debug, and deploy your solutions efficiently.