How To Fix SACF300 - Certificate standard is active

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SACF - Error messages

• Message number: 300

• Message text: Certificate standard is active

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SACF300 - Certificate standard is active ?

  The SAP error message SACF300, which states "Certificate standard is active," typically occurs in the context of SAP systems when there is an issue related to the configuration of digital certificates or security settings. This error can arise in various scenarios, such as during the configuration of Secure Network Communications (SNC), when dealing with SSL certificates, or when trying to establish secure connections.
  Cause:
  
  Certificate Configuration: The error may indicate that a specific certificate standard is currently active in the system, which may not be compatible with the operation you are trying to perform.
  Incompatible Settings: There may be a mismatch between the expected certificate standards and the ones currently configured in the system.
  Missing or Invalid Certificates: The required certificates may not be installed correctly, or they may have expired or been revoked.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Certificate Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code STRUST in the SAP GUI to check the SSL server and client SSL configurations.
  Ensure that the correct certificate is installed and that it is valid.
  
  
  
  Review SNC Configuration:
  
  If you are using SNC, check the SNC parameters in the profile and ensure that the correct certificate standard is set.
  Use transaction SNC0 to review and adjust the SNC settings.
  
  
  
  Update or Install Certificates:
  
  If the certificates are missing or invalid, you may need to obtain new certificates from a trusted Certificate Authority (CA) and install them.
  Ensure that the certificates are correctly imported into the SAP system.
  
  
  
  Check for Compatibility:
  
  Verify that the certificate standards being used are compatible with the version of SAP you are running.
  Consult SAP Notes or documentation for any specific requirements or updates related to certificate standards.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message. SAP Notes often provide detailed troubleshooting steps and solutions.
  
  
  
  System Restart:
  
  In some cases, after making changes to the certificate configuration, a restart of the SAP system may be required for the changes to take effect.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for detailed guidance on configuring SSL and SNC.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  Security Best Practices: Ensure that you are following best practices for managing certificates and security settings in your SAP environment.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support for further assistance.