How To Fix SAML2087 - SAML2 is activated in client &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SAML2 - SAML2 Nachrichten

• Message number: 087

• Message text: SAML2 is activated in client &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SAML2087 - SAML2 is activated in client &1 ?

  The SAP error message SAML2087 indicates that SAML2 (Security Assertion Markup Language 2.0) is activated in the specified client, but there may be issues related to its configuration or usage. This error typically arises in the context of Single Sign-On (SSO) implementations using SAML2.
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Issues: The SAML2 configuration may not be set up correctly. This includes settings related to identity providers (IdP), service providers (SP), and the trust relationship between them.
  Client-Specific Settings: The error may occur if the SAML2 settings are not properly configured for the specific client indicated in the error message.
  Missing or Incorrect Metadata: The metadata for the SAML2 configuration might be missing or incorrectly defined, leading to authentication failures.
  User Authorization: The user trying to access the system may not have the necessary authorizations or roles assigned in the SAP system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check SAML2 Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction SAML2 in the SAP GUI.
  Verify the configuration settings for the identity provider and service provider.
  Ensure that the correct endpoints, certificates, and metadata are configured.
  
  
  
  Review Client-Specific Settings:
  
  Ensure that the SAML2 settings are correctly configured for the specific client mentioned in the error message.
  Check if the client is properly set up to use SSO and that all necessary parameters are defined.
  
  
  
  Validate Metadata:
  
  Ensure that the metadata for both the IdP and SP is correctly defined and accessible.
  If you are using external IdPs, ensure that the metadata URL is reachable and correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary roles and authorizations to access the system via SAML2.
  Check if the user is correctly mapped in the IdP and that the attributes sent in the SAML assertion match the expected values in SAP.
  
  
  
  Consult Logs:
  
  Check the SAML2 logs for more detailed error messages that can provide insights into what might be going wrong.
  Use transaction SLG1 to view application logs related to SAML2.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the SSO functionality to ensure that the issue is resolved.
  Use tools like SAML Tracer (a browser extension) to analyze the SAML assertions and responses during the authentication process.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation on SAML2 configuration for detailed steps and best practices.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues or provide patches related to SAML2.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or support channels for additional insights and troubleshooting tips from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the SAML2087 error in your SAP environment.