How To Fix /PF1/MSG_EH123 - Ext. auth. system: Configuration for response &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PF1/MSG_EH -

• Message number: 123

• Message text: Ext. auth. system: Configuration for response &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PF1/MSG_EH123 - Ext. auth. system: Configuration for response &1 ?

  The SAP error message /PF1/MSG_EH123 typically indicates an issue related to the configuration of an external authorization system. This error can occur in scenarios where SAP is trying to communicate with an external system for authorization checks, and there is a misconfiguration or missing settings.
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Issues: The external authorization system may not be properly configured in the SAP system. This could include missing parameters, incorrect settings, or incomplete integration.
  Response Handling: The error message indicates that there is a problem with the response from the external authorization system. This could be due to the external system being down, misconfigured, or not responding as expected.
  Network Issues: There may be network connectivity issues between the SAP system and the external authorization system.
  Authorization Issues: The user or process attempting to access the external system may not have the necessary permissions.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings for the external authorization system in SAP. Ensure that all required parameters are correctly set up.
  
  Go to transaction code SPRO and navigate to the relevant configuration settings for external authorization.
  
  
  Test Connectivity: Verify that the SAP system can communicate with the external authorization system. This can be done using network tools or by testing the connection directly from SAP.
  Review Logs: Check the application logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or details that can provide more context about the issue.
  Check External System: Ensure that the external authorization system is up and running. Check its logs for any errors or issues that might be causing it to fail to respond correctly.
  User Permissions: Verify that the user or service account being used to connect to the external system has the necessary permissions to perform the required actions.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the documentation for both SAP and the external authorization system for any specific configuration requirements or troubleshooting steps.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Community Forums: Consider searching or posting in SAP community forums or discussion groups for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  Version Specifics: Be aware that the configuration and behavior may vary depending on the version of SAP you are using, so ensure that you are looking at the correct documentation for your version.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to engage SAP support for further assistance.