How To Fix LDAPRC001 - Operation failed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: LDAPRC - LDAP Interface Messages in C

• Message number: 001

• Message text: Operation failed

What causes this issue?

This is an error message that is triggered by the directory server.
It is not possible to analyze the error in the SAP system.

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?

Check the log files for the directory server (if they exist), to see
if they contain more information.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message LDAPRC001 - Operation failed ?

  The SAP error message "LDAPRC001 Operation failed" typically indicates an issue with the LDAP (Lightweight Directory Access Protocol) connection or operation within the SAP system. This error can arise due to various reasons, including configuration issues, connectivity problems, or authentication failures.
  Causes:
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect LDAP server settings in the SAP system configuration can lead to this error. This includes wrong hostnames, ports, or base DN (Distinguished Name) settings.
  
  
  Network Connectivity: If the SAP system cannot reach the LDAP server due to network issues (firewall settings, DNS resolution problems, etc.), this error may occur.
  
  
  Authentication Problems: If the credentials used to connect to the LDAP server are incorrect or if the user does not have the necessary permissions, the operation will fail.
  
  
  LDAP Server Issues: The LDAP server itself may be down or experiencing issues, which can prevent successful operations.
  
  
  Timeouts: If the LDAP operation takes too long, it may time out, leading to this error.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
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