How To Fix LDAPRC034 - DN is invalid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: LDAPRC - LDAP Interface Messages in C

• Message number: 034

• Message text: DN is invalid

What causes this issue?

The Distinguished Name transferred to the directory is incorrect. It
does not correspond to the permitted syntax.

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 entered DN. In some applications, the DN is constructed from
the Basis DN, which is set in the LDAP server. Check this too.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message LDAPRC034 - DN is invalid ?

  The SAP error message "LDAPRC034 DN is invalid" typically occurs when there is an issue with the Distinguished Name (DN) format or the DN itself when interacting with an LDAP (Lightweight Directory Access Protocol) server. This error can arise in various contexts, such as during user authentication or when trying to access directory services.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect DN Format: The DN may not be formatted correctly. A valid DN should follow the structure of CN=CommonName,OU=OrganizationalUnit,O=Organization,L=Locality,C=Country.
  Non-Existent DN: The DN you are trying to access may not exist in the LDAP directory.
  Special Characters: The DN may contain special characters that are not properly escaped.
  Case Sensitivity: LDAP is case-sensitive, so ensure that the DN matches exactly with what is stored in the LDAP directory.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the SAP system configuration related to LDAP settings.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify DN Format: Check the format of the DN you are using. Ensure it adheres to the correct structure