How To Fix 00723 - SNC name not set

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 00 -

• Message number: 723

• Message text: SNC name not set

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 00723 - SNC name not set ?

  The SAP error message "00723 SNC name not set" typically indicates that the Secure Network Communications (SNC) configuration is not properly set up in your SAP system. This error can occur when the SNC name is not defined in the system parameters, which is necessary for secure communication between SAP systems or between an SAP system and external applications.
  Cause:
  
  SNC Configuration Missing: The SNC name is not defined in the SAP system profile or in the instance profile.
  Incorrect Profile Settings: The profile settings may not be correctly configured to include the SNC name.
  SNC Library Not Loaded: The necessary SNC libraries may not be loaded or configured correctly in the SAP system.
  User Profile Issues: The user profile may not have the necessary permissions or settings to utilize SNC.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the "00723 SNC name not set" error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check SNC Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction RZ10 to check the instance profile settings.
  Look for the parameter snc/enable and ensure it is set to 1 (enabled).
  Check the parameter snc/identity/as to ensure that the SNC name is correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Set the SNC Name:
  
  If the SNC name is not set, you can define it in the instance profile. The SNC name typically follows the format p:CN=<Common Name>,O=<Organization>,C=<Country>.
  After making changes, save the profile and restart the SAP instance for the changes to take effect.
  
  
  
  Verify SNC Library:
  
  Ensure that the SNC library (e.g., sapcrypto.dll for Windows or libsapcrypto.so for UNIX/Linux) is correctly installed and configured.
  Check the environment variables to ensure that the library paths are correctly set.
  
  
  
  User Profile Settings:
  
  Ensure that the user profile has the necessary authorizations to use SNC. You can check this in transaction SU01 by reviewing the user’s profile and roles.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the SNC connection to ensure that it is working correctly. You can use transaction SNC to test the SNC settings.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal for detailed documentation on SNC configuration and troubleshooting.
  SAP Notes: Check for relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional guidance or patches related to SNC issues.
  Security Considerations: Ensure that your SNC configuration complies with your organization's security policies and best practices.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further assistance.