How To Fix SAML2_CONFIG_UI015 - Enter either a local path or a URL

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SAML2_CONFIG_UI - SAML2 Configuration Interface Messages

• Message number: 015

• Message text: Enter either a local path or a URL

What causes this issue?

Enter the source of the entity you want to upload as either a local path
or as a URL.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SAML2_CONFIG_UI015 - Enter either a local path or a URL ?

  The SAP error message SAML2_CONFIG_UI015 indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of the SAML 2.0 settings in your SAP system. Specifically, this error occurs when the system expects either a local path or a URL to be provided, but neither has been specified.
  Cause:
  The error typically arises in the context of configuring SAML 2.0 for Single Sign-On (SSO) in SAP systems. It can occur due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Configuration: The required fields for specifying the local path or URL in the SAML configuration are left empty.
  Incorrect Input: The input provided does not conform to the expected format for a local path or URL.
  System Misconfiguration: There may be a broader misconfiguration in the SAML settings that leads to this error.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the SAML2_CONFIG_UI015 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Access the SAML Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code SAML2 in your SAP system.
  
  
  
  Check the Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the relevant configuration settings where the local path or URL is required.
  Ensure that you have filled in the necessary fields correctly.
  
  
  
  Provide a Local Path or URL:
  
  If the configuration requires a local path, ensure that it points to a valid directory on the server where the SAP system is running.
  If a URL is required, ensure that it is a valid and accessible URL.
  
  
  
  Validate the Input:
  
  Make sure that the format of the local path or URL is correct. For example, a URL should start with http:// or https://, and a local path should be a valid file system path.
  
  
  
  Save the Configuration:
  
  After making the necessary changes, save the configuration and check if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  After saving, perform a test to ensure that the SAML configuration is working as expected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation on SAML 2.0 configuration for detailed guidance on setting up SSO and the specific requirements for local paths and URLs.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional troubleshooting steps related to SAML configuration.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or support channels for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the SAML2_CONFIG_UI015 error and successfully configure SAML 2.0 in your SAP system.