How To Fix SAML2108 - PSE was not found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SAML2 - SAML2 Nachrichten

• Message number: 108

• Message text: PSE was not found

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SAML2108 - PSE was not found ?

  The SAP error message SAML2108: PSE was not found typically indicates that the system is unable to locate the Personal Security Environment (PSE) file that is required for Secure Network Communications (SNC) or for Single Sign-On (SSO) configurations. This can occur in various scenarios, such as when setting up SSO with SAML or when configuring SNC.
  Causes:
  
  Missing PSE File: The PSE file may not exist in the expected directory.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the PSE may be incorrect, leading the system to look in the wrong location.
  File Permissions: The user or service account running the SAP instance may not have the necessary permissions to access the PSE file.
  Corrupted PSE: The PSE file may be corrupted or improperly generated.
  Environment Issues: The environment may not be set up correctly, leading to issues in locating the PSE.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check PSE Location:
  
  Verify that the PSE file exists in the expected directory. The default location for the PSE files is usually in the sec directory of the SAP instance (e.g., /usr/sap/<SID>/SYS/global/security).
  If the PSE file is missing, you may need to create a new one.
  
  
  
  Create or Regenerate PSE:
  
  Use the SAP transaction STRUST to create or regenerate the PSE. You can do this by:
  
  Navigating to the appropriate tab (e.g., "SSL Client (Anonymous)" or "SSL Server (Server)").
  Selecting the "Create" or "Generate" option to create a new PSE.
  Follow the prompts to complete the process.
  
  
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the configuration settings in the SAP system are pointing to the correct PSE file. This can be checked in the relevant configuration transactions (e.g., SAML2 for SAML configurations).
  
  
  
  File Permissions:
  
  Check the file permissions of the PSE file and the directory it resides in. Ensure that the SAP instance has the necessary read/write permissions.
  
  
  
  Review Logs:
  
  Check the SAP system logs (transaction SM21) and the developer traces (transaction ST22) for any additional error messages that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Restart SAP Services:
  
  After making changes, it may be necessary to restart the SAP services to ensure that the changes take effect.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for detailed steps on configuring SNC and SSO, as well as managing PSE files.
  SAP Notes: Check for relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to PSE and SAML configurations.
  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 resolve the SAML2108 error and ensure that the PSE is correctly configured and accessible.