How To Fix /PF1/MSG_EH122 - Ext. auth. system: &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PF1/MSG_EH -

• Message number: 122

• Message text: Ext. auth. system: &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PF1/MSG_EH122 - Ext. auth. system: &1 ?

  The SAP error message /PF1/MSG_EH122 Ext. auth. system: &1 typically indicates an issue related to external authorization systems, such as when SAP is trying to communicate with an external system for authentication or authorization purposes, and it encounters a problem.
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Issues: The external authorization system may not be configured correctly in the SAP system.
  Connectivity Problems: There may be network issues preventing SAP from reaching the external authorization system.
  Authorization Failures: The user may not have the necessary permissions in the external system.
  System Downtime: The external authorization system may be down or unavailable.
  Incorrect Parameters: The parameters or credentials used to connect to the external system may be incorrect.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Configuration: Verify the configuration settings for the external authorization system in SAP. Ensure that all necessary parameters are correctly set.
  Test Connectivity: Use tools like ping or telnet to check if the SAP system can reach the external authorization system. Ensure that firewalls or network settings are not blocking the connection.
  Review User Permissions: Check the user permissions in the external system to ensure that the user has the necessary rights to access the resources.
  Check System Status: Verify if the external authorization system is up and running. If it is down, you may need to wait until it is back online or contact the system administrator.
  Review Logs: Check the SAP system logs and the logs of the external authorization system for any error messages that could provide more context about the issue.
  Update Credentials: If credentials have changed, update them in the SAP configuration for the external authorization system.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP Notes can provide specific guidance based on the version of SAP you are using.
  Documentation: Review the documentation for the external authorization system to ensure that it is compatible with your SAP version and that all integration steps have been followed.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or the support team for the external authorization system for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the issue related to the error message /PF1/MSG_EH122 Ext. auth. system: &1.