How To Fix LDAP_DELAYED_AUTH001 - No LDAP server for application "Delayed Authentication" found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: LDAP_DELAYED_AUTH - LDAP Delayed Authentication

• Message number: 001

• Message text: No LDAP server for application "Delayed Authentication" found

What causes this issue?

In the configuration of LDAP servers (transaction LDAP, function "LDAP
Server"), no entry exists for LDAP application "Delayed Authentication",
or multiple entries exists without one of them being marked as
"Default".

System Response

The function of delayed authentication is unavailable for any user.

How to fix this error?

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

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message LDAP_DELAYED_AUTH001 - No LDAP server for application "Delayed Authentication" found ?

  The SAP error message "LDAP_DELAYED_AUTH001 No LDAP server for application 'Delayed Authentication' found" typically indicates that the SAP system is unable to find a configured LDAP (Lightweight Directory Access Protocol) server for handling delayed authentication requests. This can occur in scenarios where SAP is integrated with an LDAP directory for user authentication.
  Causes:
  
  Missing LDAP Configuration: The LDAP server may not be configured in the SAP system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The existing LDAP configuration may be incorrect or incomplete.
  Network Issues: There may be network connectivity issues preventing the SAP system from reaching the LDAP server.
  Service Availability: The LDAP server may be down or not reachable due to maintenance or other issues.
  Authorization Issues: The user or service account used to connect to the LDAP server may not have the necessary permissions.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check LDAP Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction LDAP in SAP to check the LDAP server configuration.
  Ensure that the LDAP server is correctly defined, including the hostname, port, and any required authentication details.
  
  
  
  Verify Network Connectivity:
  
  Use tools like ping or telnet to check if the SAP system can reach the LDAP server on the specified port.
  Ensure that there are no firewall rules blocking access to the LDAP server.
  
  
  
  Check LDAP Server Status:
  
  Verify that the LDAP server is up and running. You may need to contact your system administrator or the team responsible for the LDAP server.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization Settings:
  
  Ensure that the user or service account used for the LDAP connection has the necessary permissions to access the LDAP directory.
  
  
  
  Check SAP Notes:
  
  Look for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Test LDAP Connection:
  
  Use the LDAP test tools available in SAP to test the connection to the LDAP server and ensure that it is functioning as expected.
  
  
  
  Review Logs:
  
  Check the SAP system logs (transaction SM21) and the LDAP logs for any additional error messages that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for detailed instructions on configuring LDAP authentication.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance, providing them with detailed information about your configuration and the error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the "LDAP_DELAYED_AUTH001" error message in your SAP system.