How To Fix LDAPRC084 - Decoding error occurred

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: LDAPRC - LDAP Interface Messages in C

• Message number: 084

• Message text: Decoding error occurred

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message LDAPRC084 - Decoding error occurred ?

  The SAP error message LDAPRC084 indicates that there was a decoding error when trying to process an LDAP (Lightweight Directory Access Protocol) operation. This error typically occurs when there is an issue with the data being sent or received from the LDAP server, which can be due to various reasons.
  Causes of LDAPRC084 Decoding Error
  
  Malformed Data: The data being sent to or received from the LDAP server may be malformed or not conforming to the expected format.
  Encoding Issues: There may be issues with character encoding, especially if the data includes special characters or is in a different character set.
  Network Issues: Network problems can lead to incomplete or corrupted data being transmitted.
  LDAP Server Configuration: The LDAP server may not be configured correctly, or there may be compatibility issues between the SAP system and the LDAP server.
  Version Mismatch: There may be a mismatch in the LDAP protocol versions being used by the SAP system and the LDAP server.
  
  Solutions to LDAPRC084 Decoding Error
  
  Check Data Format: Ensure that the data being sent to the LDAP server is correctly formatted and adheres to the expected schema.
  Verify Character Encoding: Make sure that the character encoding used in the SAP system matches that of the LDAP server. Common encodings include UTF-8 and ISO-8859-1.
  Network Stability: Check the network connection between the SAP system and the LDAP server to ensure that it is stable and reliable.
  Review LDAP Configuration: Verify the configuration settings of the LDAP server, including access permissions, schema definitions, and any relevant logs for errors.
  Update Software: Ensure that both the SAP system and the LDAP server are running the latest versions and patches to avoid compatibility issues.
  Test with LDAP Tools: Use LDAP client tools (like ldapsearch) to test the connection and queries to the LDAP server independently of SAP to isolate the issue.
  
  Related Information
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes related to LDAP integration for any known issues or patches that may address this error.
  Logs: Review the SAP application logs (transaction SLG1) and LDAP server logs for more detailed error messages that can provide additional context.
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation on LDAP integration for configuration guidelines and troubleshooting steps.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support or your LDAP server administrator for further assistance.