How To Fix RDSV_SD_XX701 - Digital signature cannot be created

RDSV_SD_XX701 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RDSV_SD_XX - Regulatory Document and Signature Validation in SD

• Message number: 701

• Message text: Digital signature cannot be created

What causes this issue?

An error occurred during the checks for creating the digital signature.
Data required to create the digital signature or to validate the process
to sign are not available.

System Response

The digital signature cannot be generated because it would be invalid.
The current document cannot not be posted.

How to fix this error?

Make a note of the procedure that leads to this error and contact SAP
development support.

Procedure for System Administrators

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.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RDSV_SD_XX701 - Digital signature cannot be created ?

  The SAP error message RDSV_SD_XX701, which states "Digital signature cannot be created," typically occurs in the context of electronic document processing, such as when trying to sign documents digitally in SAP systems. This error can arise due to several reasons, and here are some common causes, potential solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  Missing or Invalid Digital Certificate: The user may not have a valid digital certificate installed in their SAP system or the certificate may have expired.
  Incorrect Configuration: The system may not be properly configured to handle digital signatures, including settings in the SAP system or the underlying infrastructure.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to create a digital signature.
  Technical Issues: There may be technical issues with the SAP system or the underlying cryptographic libraries.
  Network Issues: If the digital signature relies on external services (like a certificate authority), network issues could prevent successful communication.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Digital Certificate:
  
  Ensure that the user