How To Fix BCS_MAIL_CONFIG012 - TLS Configuration is not valid.

BCS_MAIL_CONFIG012 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BCS_MAIL_CONFIG - Mail Configuration Messages

• Message number: 012

• Message text: TLS Configuration is not valid.

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BCS_MAIL_CONFIG012 - Details

• The SAP error message BCS_MAIL_CONFIG012: TLS Configuration is not valid typically indicates that there is an issue with the Transport Layer Security (TLS) configuration for sending emails from the SAP system. This error can arise due to various reasons, including incorrect settings, outdated certificates, or unsupported TLS versions.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect TLS Settings: The TLS settings in the SAP system may not be configured correctly.
  Outdated Certificates: The SSL/TLS certificates used for secure communication may be expired or not trusted.
  Unsupported TLS Version: The email server may require a specific version of TLS that is not supported by the SAP system.
  Missing Configuration: Required parameters for TLS configuration may be missing or incorrectly set in the SAP system.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check TLS Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction SCOT (SAPconnect Administration).
  Check the settings under the SMTP node for the email configuration.
  Ensure that the TLS settings are correctly configured, including the correct port and security settings.
  
  
  
  Update Certificates:
  
  Verify that the SSL/TLS certificates are valid