How To Fix S_LMCFG_CLM028 - PSE exists, has certificates and will be replaced

S_LMCFG_CLM028 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: S_LMCFG_CLM - Message Class for CLM Content

• Message number: 028

• Message text: PSE exists, has certificates and will be replaced

What causes this issue?

The PSE to be configured exists in this system and has already
certificates loaded. Usually this indicates an already configured PSE.
The parameter of this task indicate that the PSE shall be replaced. Then
the PSE looses all certificates already loaded.

System Response

The configuration will replace the PSE if the execution is started.

How to fix this error?

If you do not want to replace this PSE change the parameter to not
replace. Otherwise continue with the execution.

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 S_LMCFG_CLM028 - PSE exists, has certificates and will be replaced ?

  The SAP error message S_LMCFG_CLM028 indicates that a PSE (Personal Security Environment) exists, has certificates, and is set to be replaced. This typically occurs during operations involving the management of security credentials, such as when you are trying to create or replace a PSE in the SAP system.
  
  Cause:
  
  Existing PSE: The error arises because there is already a PSE in the system that contains certificates. The system is designed to prevent overwriting an existing PSE that is in use.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues or mismanagement of the PSEs, leading to conflicts when trying to create or replace them.
  Permissions: Insufficient permissions to modify or delete the existing PSE.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Existing PSE:
  
  Use transaction code STRUST to check the existing PSE. Look for the PSE that is causing the issue and review its certificates.
  
  
  
  Backup Existing PSE:
  
  Before making any changes, it is advisable to back up