How To Fix RDSV_DS_GEN_XX120 - The generation of a digital signature requires data that can be signed

RDSV_DS_GEN_XX120 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RDSV_DS_GEN_XX - Regulatory validation of certificates

• Message number: 120

• Message text: The generation of a digital signature requires data that can be signed

What causes this issue?

An initial data string cannot be signed.

System Response

The system prevents the generation of a digital signature to avoid
side-effects that result in inconsistent data.

How to fix this error?

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

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

RDSV_DS_GEN_XX120 - Details

• The SAP error message RDSV_DS_GEN_XX120 indicates that there is an issue with the generation of a digital signature due to the absence of data that can be signed. This error typically arises in scenarios where digital signatures are required for documents or transactions, such as in electronic invoicing, document management, or secure communications.
  
  Cause:
  The error can occur due to several reasons:
  
  Missing Data: The data that needs to be signed is either missing or not properly populated in the relevant fields.
  Incorrect Configuration: The system may not be configured correctly to generate digital signatures, including missing keys or certificates.
  Data Format Issues: The data that is supposed to be signed may not be in the correct format or structure required for the signing process.
  Authorization Issues: The user or process attempting to generate the signature may not have the necessary authorizations or permissions.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Data Input:
  
  Ensure that