How To Fix GW723 - SNC name not set

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GW - Message Texts for Gateway

• Message number: 723

• Message text: SNC name not set

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GW723 - SNC name not set ?

  The SAP error message "GW723 SNC name not set" typically occurs in the context of SAP systems that are configured to use Secure Network Communications (SNC) for secure communication. This error indicates that the SNC name has not been properly configured in the system, which is necessary for establishing secure connections.
  Cause:
  
  SNC Configuration Missing: The SNC name is not set in the SAP system profile or in the user settings.
  Profile Parameters: The necessary profile parameters for SNC are not correctly defined in the instance profile.
  User Settings: The user profile may not have the SNC name defined, which is required for authentication.
  SNC Library Issues: There may be issues with the SNC library or its installation.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the "GW723 SNC name not set" error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check SNC Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the SNC is properly configured in your SAP system. You can check this in transaction RZ10 (Profile Parameters).
  Look for the parameter snc/enable and ensure it is set to 1 (enabled).
  
  
  
  Set SNC Name:
  
  You need to set the SNC name in the instance profile. The SNC name typically follows the format p:CN=<CommonName>, where <CommonName> is the name of the server or the user.
  You can set the SNC name using the parameter snc/identity/as in the instance profile.
  
  
  
  User Profile Settings:
  
  Ensure that the user profile has the SNC name set. You can do this in transaction SU01 (User Maintenance) by checking the "SNC" tab for the user.
  
  
  
  Check SNC Library:
  
  Verify that the SNC library is correctly installed and accessible by the SAP system. Ensure that the library path is correctly set in the environment variables.
  
  
  
  Restart the Instance:
  
  After making changes to the profile parameters, restart the SAP instance for the changes to take effect.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the SAP documentation for detailed instructions on configuring SNC, as the steps may vary based on the version of SAP you are using.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SNC Overview: Secure Network Communications (SNC) is a security protocol that provides encryption and authentication for SAP communications.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes related to SNC configuration for any specific issues or updates that may apply to your version of SAP.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as RZ10, SU01, and SNC related transactions for configuration and troubleshooting.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis team or consulting SAP support for further assistance.