How To Fix BSP_XSRF018 - BSP application &1: Security flag could not be set

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BSP_XSRF -

• Message number: 018

• Message text: BSP application &1: Security flag could not be set

What causes this issue?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

System Response

How to fix this error?

Start report BSP_XSRF_TEMP_TO_META_XPRA again later.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BSP_XSRF018 - BSP application &1: Security flag could not be set ?

  The SAP error message BSP_XSRF018 typically occurs in the context of Business Server Pages (BSP) applications when there is an issue related to the security flag for Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF) protection. This error indicates that the security flag could not be set for the specified BSP application.
  Cause:
  
  CSRF Token Issues: The error may arise if the CSRF token is not being generated or validated correctly. This can happen due to misconfiguration or issues in the application code.
  Session Management: If the user session is not properly managed or if the session has expired, the security flag may not be set.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the BSP application, leading to security checks failing.
  Browser Issues: Sometimes, browser settings or extensions can interfere with the proper functioning of security features, including CSRF protection.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Application Code: Review the BSP application code to ensure that the CSRF token is being generated and validated correctly. Make sure that the security settings are properly configured.
  Session Management: Ensure that the user session is active and that session management is correctly implemented in the application.
  User Authorizations: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the BSP application. Check the roles and profiles assigned to the user.
  Browser Settings: Test the application in different browsers or in incognito mode to rule out any browser-related issues. Clear the browser cache and cookies.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes or patches that may address known issues related to this error message. SAP frequently releases updates that may resolve such issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  BSP Application Configuration: Review the configuration settings for the BSP application in transaction SE80 or SE41.
  CSRF Protection: Familiarize yourself with how CSRF protection works in SAP and the importance of CSRF tokens in securing web applications.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community or forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for detailed information on BSP applications and security settings.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis or security team for further assistance, as they may have more insights into the system configuration and logs.