How To Fix ICF_SYSTEM_LOGIN006 - No switch to HTTPS occurred, so it is not secure to send a password

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ICF_SYSTEM_LOGIN - Messages for System Logon

• Message number: 006

• Message text: No switch to HTTPS occurred, so it is not secure to send a password

What causes this issue?

For this reason, sending your password is potentially not secure.

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ICF_SYSTEM_LOGIN006 - No switch to HTTPS occurred, so it is not secure to send a password ?

  The SAP error message ICF_SYSTEM_LOGIN006 indicates that the system is attempting to process a login request over an insecure HTTP connection instead of a secure HTTPS connection. This is a security measure to prevent sensitive information, such as passwords, from being transmitted in an unencrypted format.
  Cause:
  
  HTTP Instead of HTTPS: The request is being made over HTTP rather than HTTPS. This can happen if the URL used to access the SAP system does not specify HTTPS.
  Configuration Issues: The SAP system may not be properly configured to support HTTPS. This could be due to missing SSL certificates or incorrect settings in the Internet Communication Framework (ICF).
  Browser or Client Settings: The client (browser or application) may not be configured to use HTTPS, or the URL may have been entered incorrectly.
  
  Solution:
  
  Use HTTPS: Ensure that you are accessing the SAP system using the correct HTTPS URL. For example, instead of http://your-sap-system, use https://your-sap-system.
  Check ICF Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction SICF in the SAP GUI.
  Navigate to the service you are trying to access and check its properties.
  Ensure that the service is activated and configured to use HTTPS.
  
  
  SSL Configuration:
  
  Ensure that SSL is properly configured in your SAP system. This includes having valid SSL certificates installed and configured.
  You can check the SSL configuration in transaction STRUST.
  
  
  Browser Settings: If you are using a web browser, ensure that it is not blocking HTTPS connections and that you are not using any extensions that might interfere with secure connections.
  Network Configuration: Ensure that there are no network devices (like firewalls or proxies) that are redirecting or blocking HTTPS traffic.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional guidance or updates related to this error.
  Documentation: Review the SAP documentation on configuring HTTPS and SSL for your specific version of SAP.
  Security Best Practices: Always ensure that sensitive data is transmitted over secure channels to protect against interception and unauthorized access.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the ICF_SYSTEM_LOGIN006 error and ensure secure communication with your SAP system.