How To Fix 1S519 - Certificate is not yet valid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 519

• Message text: Certificate is not yet valid

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 1S519 - Certificate is not yet valid ?

  The SAP error message 1S519: Certificate is not yet valid typically occurs when the system is trying to use a digital certificate that is not yet valid according to its validity period. This can happen for various reasons, such as incorrect system time settings or the certificate being issued with a future start date.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect System Time: The system's date and time settings may be incorrect, causing the certificate to appear as not valid.
  Certificate Validity Period: The certificate may have a defined validity period that has not yet started. This can happen if the certificate is newly issued and the start date is in the future.
  Time Zone Issues: If the server is in a different time zone than expected, it may interpret the certificate's validity period incorrectly.
  Expired or Revoked Certificates: Although this error specifically indicates that the certificate is not yet valid, it’s worth checking if there are any related issues with other certificates in use.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check System Date and Time:
  
  Ensure that the system date and time are set correctly. You can check this in the operating system settings or through SAP transaction codes like SM51 (to check the application server time).
  If the time is incorrect, adjust it to the correct date and time.
  
  
  
  Verify Certificate Validity:
  
  Check the certificate details to confirm its validity period. You can do this by viewing the certificate in the SAP system or using tools like OpenSSL.
  If the certificate is indeed not valid yet, you may need to wait until the start date or obtain a new certificate that is valid.
  
  
  
  Check Time Zone Settings:
  
  Ensure that the time zone settings in the SAP system and the operating system are correctly configured. This can affect how the validity period is interpreted.
  
  
  
  Update Certificates:
  
  If the certificate is outdated or incorrectly configured, consider updating or replacing it with a valid certificate.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or support notes related to digital certificates and security settings for further guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific issues related to your version of SAP and the error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions to common problems.
  Security Configuration: Review the security configuration in your SAP system, especially if you are using SSL/TLS certificates for secure communications.
  Testing: After making changes, test the functionality that was causing the error to ensure that the issue is resolved.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.