How To Fix PO769 - Error in SNC library: No secure connection possible

PO769 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PO - Spooler message

• Message number: 769

• Message text: Error in SNC library: No secure connection possible

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PO769 - Details

• The SAP error message "PO769 Error in SNC library: No secure connection possible" typically indicates an issue with the Secure Network Communications (SNC) configuration in your SAP system. This error can arise due to various reasons, including misconfiguration, missing libraries, or issues with the underlying security infrastructure.
  Causes:
  
  SNC 
  Configuration Issues: The SNC settings in the SAP system may not be correctly configured. This includes parameters in the instance profile or the SAP GUI.
  Missing or Incorrect SNC Library: The required SNC library (e.g., gssapi or snc.dll) may not be installed, or the path to the library may not be correctly set.
  Certificate Issues: If you are using SNC with Secure Sockets Layer (SSL), there may be issues with the certificates being used, such as expired or untrusted certificates.
  Network Issues: There may be network-related issues preventing a secure connection from being established.
  User Authorization: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to establish a