How To Fix LDAPRC021 - Invalid syntax

LDAPRC021 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: LDAPRC - LDAP Interface Messages in C

• Message number: 021

• Message text: Invalid syntax

What causes this issue?

The directory rejected the entry transferred to it.
The probable cause is that rules have been set in the directory for
entries for the specified object class that this entry does not fulfill.
For example, required attributes may not have been filled with values.

System Response

This is a reconciliation problem between the directory schema and the
mapping setting for the LDAP server.

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

Correct the mapping for the LDAP server. To obatain detailed information
about the cause of the problem, check the log files of the directory
server.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

LDAPRC021 - Details

• The SAP error message LDAPRC021 "Invalid syntax" typically occurs when there is an issue with the syntax of the LDAP (Lightweight Directory Access Protocol) query or configuration. This error can arise in various contexts, such as when configuring LDAP authentication in SAP systems or when performing LDAP queries.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect LDAP Query Syntax: The LDAP query may not conform to the expected syntax, such as missing required attributes or using incorrect operators.
  Invalid Attribute Names: The attributes specified in the query may not exist in the LDAP directory schema or may be misspelled.
  Improperly Formatted Filters: The filter used in the LDAP query may be incorrectly formatted, leading to syntax errors.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the LDAP configuration settings within the SAP system, such as incorrect base DN (Distinguished Name) or search scope.
  Character Encoding Issues: Special characters in the query or configuration may not be properly encoded, leading to syntax errors.
  
  Solutions:
  
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