How To Fix 1S440 - No temporary PSE exists

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 1S - Messages for SSF ("Secure Store & Forward")

• Message number: 440

• Message text: No temporary PSE exists

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 1S440 - No temporary PSE exists ?

  The SAP error message 1S440 No temporary PSE exists typically occurs when the system is trying to perform a secure communication operation (like SSL or SSO) but cannot find a temporary Personal Security Environment (PSE) file. A PSE is a file that contains security-related information, such as certificates and private keys, which are necessary for secure communications.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Temporary PSE: The system is attempting to access a temporary PSE that has not been created or is missing.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration for the secure communication might not be set up correctly, leading to the inability to generate or locate the temporary PSE.
  File System Issues: There may be issues with the file system permissions or paths that prevent the creation or access of the PSE.
  Expired or Invalid Certificates: If the certificates in the PSE are expired or invalid, it may lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Create a Temporary PSE:
  
  You can manually create a temporary PSE using the SAP transaction STRUST. 
  Navigate to the "PSE" tab and create a new PSE if one does not exist.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the configuration for secure communication (SSL, SSO) is correctly set up in the system.
  Verify the settings in transaction STRUST and ensure that the necessary certificates are in place.
  
  
  
  File System Permissions:
  
  Check the file system permissions for the directory where the PSE files are stored. Ensure that the SAP system has the necessary permissions to create and access these files.
  
  
  
  Regenerate Certificates:
  
  If the existing certificates are expired or invalid, regenerate them and ensure they are correctly imported into the PSE.
  
  
  
  Restart the Application:
  
  Sometimes, simply restarting the SAP application server can resolve temporary issues related to PSE.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  PSE Types: There are different types of PSEs in SAP, including the system PSE, user PSE, and client PSE. Make sure you are working with the correct type for your scenario.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation on secure communication and PSE management for detailed guidance on setting up and managing PSEs.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.