How To Fix LDAPRC048 - Verification is unsuitable for authentication method

LDAPRC048 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: LDAPRC - LDAP Interface Messages in C

• Message number: 048

• Message text: Verification is unsuitable for authentication method

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message LDAPRC048 - Verification is unsuitable for authentication method ?

  The SAP error message "LDAPRC048 Verification is unsuitable for authentication method" typically occurs when there is a mismatch or misconfiguration in the authentication method being used in conjunction with LDAP (Lightweight Directory Access Protocol) for user authentication in an SAP system.
  
  Cause:
  
  
  Incompatible Authentication Method: The error usually indicates that the authentication method configured in the SAP system does not support the verification method being used. For example, if the system is set to use Kerberos authentication but the LDAP server is configured for a different method, this error may arise.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the LDAP server or the SAP system, such as incorrect parameters or settings that do not align with the expected authentication methods.
  
  
  User Credentials: The user credentials being used may not be compatible with the authentication method configured. For instance, if the LDAP server requires a certain type of password hashing or encryption