How To Fix HRPAYDEB2A013 - Structure of Distinguished Names (DN) is incorrect: &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYDEB2A - Business to Administration: Germany

• Message number: 013

• Message text: Structure of Distinguished Names (DN) is incorrect: &

What causes this issue?

The Distinguished Names (DN) structure for the certificate must correspo
nd to the ITSG determined structure.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Delete the PSE and create it again as described in the documentation
under the IMG point.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYDEB2A013 - Structure of Distinguished Names (DN) is incorrect: & ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYDEB2A013 indicates that there is an issue with the structure of Distinguished Names (DN) in the context of SAP HR (Human Resources) payroll processing. This error typically arises when there is a problem with the configuration or data related to the integration of SAP with external systems, such as LDAP (Lightweight Directory Access Protocol) or other directory services.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect DN Format: The Distinguished Name (DN) provided in the configuration may not adhere to the expected format. DNs are hierarchical and should follow a specific structure, such as CN=CommonName, OU=OrganizationalUnit, O=Organization, C=Country.
  Missing Components: Required components of the DN may be missing, leading to an incomplete or invalid DN.
  Configuration Issues: There may be misconfigurations in the integration settings between SAP and the external directory service.
  Data Entry Errors: Manual entry errors in the configuration settings can lead to incorrect DN structures.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check DN Format: Review the DN structure in the configuration settings. Ensure that it follows the correct format and includes all necessary components.
  Validate Configuration: Go through the integration settings in SAP and verify that all parameters are correctly set. This includes checking the connection to the external directory service.
  Correct Missing Components: If any components of the DN are missing, add them to ensure the DN is complete.
  Test Connectivity: If applicable, test the connection to the external directory service to ensure that it is functioning correctly.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or guides related to the specific integration you are working with for additional details on the expected DN structure.
  Seek Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your system administrator for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Integration Guides: Review integration guides for SAP HR and the external directory service you are using to ensure compliance with configuration requirements.
  Testing Environment: If possible, replicate the issue in a testing environment to troubleshoot without affecting production data.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the HRPAYDEB2A013 error message.