How To Fix SALV_X_API171 - Personal Security Environment (PSE) "&1" could not be deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SALV_X_API - Messages for ALV API exceptions

• Message number: 171

• Message text: Personal Security Environment (PSE) "&1" could not be deleted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SALV_X_API171 - Personal Security Environment (PSE) "&1" could not be deleted ?

  The SAP error message SALV_X_API171 indicates that there was an issue when trying to delete a Personal Security Environment (PSE) in the SAP system. The PSE is a critical component in SAP systems that stores security-related information, such as certificates and private keys, which are used for secure communication.
  Cause
  The error can occur due to several reasons, including:
  
  
  PSE in Use: The PSE you are trying to delete is currently in use by an active process or configuration. This could be due to ongoing transactions or services that rely on the PSE.
  
  
  Insufficient Authorizations: The user attempting to delete the PSE may not have the necessary authorizations to perform this action.
  
  
  Corrupted PSE: The PSE file may be corrupted or improperly configured, preventing it from being deleted.
  
  
  System Configuration Issues: There may be underlying configuration issues within the SAP system that are preventing the deletion of the PSE.
  
  
  Solution
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Usage: Ensure that the PSE is not being used by any active processes. You can check for active connections or services that might be using the PSE.
  
  
  Verify Authorizations: Make sure that the user account you are using has the necessary authorizations to delete the PSE. You may need to consult with your SAP security administrator to verify this.
  
  
  Use Transaction STRUST: 
  
  Go to transaction STRUST in the SAP GUI.
  Navigate to the PSE you are trying to delete.
  Check if there are any references or dependencies that need to be resolved before deletion.
  
  
  
  Delete via Command Line: If the PSE is not being used and you have the necessary authorizations, you can try deleting the PSE using the command line or through the SAP kernel if applicable.
  
  
  Check for Corruption: If you suspect that the PSE is corrupted, you may need to recreate it. Backup any necessary certificates or keys before doing this.
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after trying the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information
  
  PSE Types: There are different types of PSEs in SAP, such as the SSL PSE, System PSE, and User PSE. Make sure you are working with the correct type.
  Backup: Always ensure you have a backup of your PSEs and any associated keys or certificates before making changes.
  Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for detailed information on managing PSEs and security settings.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.