How To Fix CCSEC044 - Key replacement not released

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CCSEC - Security of Payment Cards

• Message number: 044

• Message text: Key replacement not released

What causes this issue?

Software component SAP_APPL is on a release below Release 6.04. The
function for key replacement for encrypted storage of payment card
information is not released for SAP_APPL below Release 6.04.

System Response

The indicator cannot be set in Customizing.

How to fix this error?

If you want to use the functions for key replacement, install SAP_APPL
6.04, at the minimum.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CCSEC044 - Key replacement not released ?

  The SAP error message CCSEC044: Key replacement not released typically occurs in the context of SAP's security and key management functionalities, particularly when dealing with cryptographic keys in the SAP system. This error indicates that a key replacement process has not been completed or released properly.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incomplete Key Replacement Process: The key replacement process may have been initiated but not finalized. This can happen if the necessary steps to release the new key have not been performed.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the required authorizations to release the key replacement.
  System 
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the key management settings that prevent the key from being released.
  Pending Approvals: If the key replacement process requires approval from another user or system, and that approval has not been granted, the key will remain unreleased.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Complete the Key Replacement Process:
  
  Navigate to the key management transaction (e.g., STRUST for SSL certificates or SICF