How To Fix GW766 - General SNC error

GW766 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GW - Message Texts for Gateway

• Message number: 766

• Message text: General SNC error

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GW766 - General SNC error ?

  The SAP error message GW766, which indicates a "General SNC error," typically relates to issues with Secure Network Communications (SNC) in an SAP environment. SNC is used to provide secure communication between SAP systems and clients by encrypting data and ensuring secure authentication.
  Causes of GW766 General SNC Error
  
  SNC 
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect or incomplete configuration of SNC parameters in the SAP system or the client can lead to this error.
  SNC Library Problems: The required SNC libraries may not be installed, or there may be version mismatches between the SAP system and the SNC libraries.
  Certificate Issues: Problems with the digital certificates used for SNC, such as expired certificates or incorrect certificate paths.
  Network Issues: Network connectivity problems that prevent the SAP system from reaching the SNC server or client.
  User Authentication Issues: Incorrect user credentials or issues with the user profile in the SAP system can also trigger this error.
  
  Solutions to GW766 General SNC