How To Fix MC_VBC_GEOMAP_GEN010 - ACF whitelist certificate missing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MC_VBC_GEOMAP_GEN - Message Class for generic Map Display component

• Message number: 010

• Message text: ACF whitelist certificate missing

What causes this issue?

The ACF control hosting Visual Business cannot find the whitelist
certificate, which allows the use of the Visual Business control.

System Response

The Visual Business control is not loaded

How to fix this error?

Install the whitelist certificate with transaction ACF_WHITELIST_SETUP.
The name of the default whitelist is VB200.

Procedure for System Administrators

The whitelist certificate can be centrally distributed using the
FrontEnd Installing Service (FIS).

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MC_VBC_GEOMAP_GEN010 - ACF whitelist certificate missing ?

  The SAP error message MC_VBC_GEOMAP_GEN010 ACF whitelist certificate missing typically indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of the Application Connector Framework (ACF) in relation to the whitelisting of certificates. This error often arises in scenarios where secure communication is required, such as when using SAP Cloud Platform or integrating with external services.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Certificate: The error suggests that a required certificate is not present in the ACF whitelist. This can happen if the certificate for the service you are trying to connect to has not been added to the ACF configuration.
  Configuration Issues: There may be misconfigurations in the ACF settings or the service endpoint that is being accessed.
  Expired or Invalid Certificate: The certificate may have expired or is not valid for the intended use.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Add the Missing Certificate:
  
  Identify the certificate that is missing. This may involve checking the logs or documentation for the specific service you are trying to connect to.
  Obtain the required certificate (usually in PEM format) from the service provider or generate it if you are managing the service.
  Add the certificate to the ACF whitelist. This can typically be done through the SAP Cloud Platform cockpit or the relevant configuration tool.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Review the ACF configuration settings to ensure that they are correctly set up for the service you are trying to access.
  Ensure that the endpoint URL is correct and that it matches the certificate being used.
  
  
  
  Validate Certificates:
  
  Check if the certificates being used are valid and not expired. If they are expired, you will need to renew them.
  Ensure that the entire certificate chain is trusted, including any intermediate certificates.
  
  
  
  Restart Services: After making changes to the certificates or configurations, it may be necessary to restart the relevant services or applications to apply the changes.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for the Application Connector Framework and the specific service you are integrating with for detailed instructions on certificate management and ACF configuration.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance, providing them with detailed logs and information about your configuration.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error related to the missing ACF whitelist certificate.