How To Fix SAML2057 - Entity &1 is not active in client &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SAML2 - SAML2 Nachrichten

• Message number: 057

• Message text: Entity &1 is not active in client &2

What causes this issue?

Entity &MSG1& is not active.

System Response

Activate the entity &MSG1&

How to fix this error?

Check the status of entity &MSG1& in the SAML2 configuration
application. The status must be active for the entity to perform a SAML
2 logon.

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.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SAML2057 - Entity &1 is not active in client &2 ?

  The SAP error message SAML2057 indicates that a specific SAML (Security Assertion Markup Language) entity is not active in the specified client. This error typically arises in the context of Single Sign-On (SSO) configurations where SAML entities (like service providers or identity providers) need to be properly configured and activated for SSO to function correctly.
  Cause:
  
  Inactive Entity: The SAML entity (e.g., an identity provider or service provider) is not activated in the specified client.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the SAML entity, such as missing or incorrect settings.
  Client-Specific Settings: The entity might be active in other clients but not in the one specified in the error message.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Activate the SAML Entity:
  
  Go to the SAML configuration in the SAP system (transaction code SAML2).
  Check the status of the entity in question.
  If it is inactive, activate it for the specified client.
  
  
  
  Verify Configuration:
  
  Ensure that all necessary configurations for the SAML entity are correctly set up.
  Check the entity's metadata, endpoints, and certificates to ensure they are valid and correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Client-Specific Activation:
  
  If the entity is active in other clients, ensure that it is also activated in the client where the error is occurring.
  You may need to replicate the configuration from another client if applicable.
  
  
  
  Check Authorization:
  
  Ensure that the user or process attempting to access the SAML entity has the necessary authorizations to do so.
  
  
  
  Review Logs:
  
  Check the SAP system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that might provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAML Configuration: Familiarize yourself with the SAML configuration settings in SAP, including how to manage identity providers and service providers.
  SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues or provide additional guidance on SAML configurations.
  Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for SSO and SAML for detailed instructions on setting up and troubleshooting SAML entities.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the SAML2057 error and ensure that the SAML entity is properly activated and configured in the specified client.