How To Fix IDMX201 - Cannot determine SSF parameters; unable to transfer ID of SSF profile

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IDMX - Localization Mexico - Digital Invoice

• Message number: 201

• Message text: Cannot determine SSF parameters; unable to transfer ID of SSF profile

What causes this issue?

The system cannot transfer the SSF <DS:DE.IDMX_DI_PROFILE>profile ID</>
that the system needs to retrive the required SSF parameters, for
example, the hash algorithm, format of digital signature, and PSE file
name. SSF parameters are stored in the Customizing activity
<DS:SIMG.IDMX_DI_VPSEPROF>Enter SSF Profile Parameters</>.

System Response

An internal error occured; the system cannot create a digital signature.

How to fix this error?

Contact SAP support by creating a customer message.

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 IDMX201 - Cannot determine SSF parameters; unable to transfer ID of SSF profile ?

  The SAP error message IDMX201, which states "Cannot determine SSF parameters; unable to transfer ID of SSF profile," typically occurs in the context of Secure Store and Forward (SSF) functionality in SAP systems. This error indicates that the system is unable to find or access the necessary SSF parameters required for secure communication or data transfer.
  Causes:
  
  Missing SSF Profile: The SSF profile may not be defined in the system, or the profile ID may be incorrect.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the SSF parameters in the SAP system.
  Authorization Issues: The user or process attempting to access the SSF parameters may not have the necessary authorizations.
  Transport Layer Security (TLS) Issues: If the system is configured to use TLS, there may be issues with the certificates or the configuration of the TLS settings.
  System Environment: The error may also arise due to environmental issues, such as missing libraries or incorrect system settings.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check SSF Profile Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code SSFC to check the SSF profile settings.
  Ensure that the SSF profile is correctly defined and that the parameters are set up properly.
  
  
  
  Verify SSF Parameters:
  
  Use transaction code SSFC to review the SSF parameters and ensure they are correctly configured.
  Make sure that the profile ID used in the application is valid and corresponds to an existing SSF profile.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user or process has the necessary authorizations to access the SSF parameters.
  Review the authorization objects related to SSF and ensure they are correctly assigned.
  
  
  
  Review Transport Layer Security (TLS) Settings:
  
  If using TLS, check the configuration of the SSL certificates and ensure they are valid and correctly installed.
  Verify that the necessary libraries for SSL/TLS are available in the system.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. There may be patches or updates that resolve known issues.
  
  
  
  System Logs:
  
  Review system logs (transaction SM21) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Restart Services:
  
  In some cases, restarting the relevant services or the entire SAP system may resolve transient issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for detailed information on SSF configuration and troubleshooting.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance, providing them with detailed information about the error and the steps you have already taken.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the IDMX201 error in your SAP system.