How To Fix SCTC_SC199 - STRUST: &1&2&3&4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SCTC_SC - CTC System Copy

• Message number: 199

• Message text: STRUST: &1&2&3&4

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SCTC_SC199 - STRUST: &1&2&3&4 ?

  The SAP error message SCTC_SC199, which is related to STRUST (the transaction for managing SSL and PSE (Personal Security Environment) in SAP), typically indicates an issue with the SSL configuration or the trust relationship between systems. The message format &1&2&3&4 usually contains specific details about the error, such as the system or certificate involved.
  Cause:
  
  Certificate Issues: The error may arise due to expired, missing, or incorrectly configured SSL certificates.
  Trust Relationship: There may be a problem with the trust relationship between the systems, meaning that one system does not trust the certificate presented by another.
  Configuration Errors: Incorrect settings in the STRUST transaction or in the SSL configuration files can lead to this error.
  Network Issues: Connectivity problems between the systems can also trigger this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Certificates:
  
  Go to transaction STRUST and check the SSL server and client PSEs.
  Ensure that the certificates are valid (not expired) and correctly installed.
  If necessary, import the correct certificates into the PSE.
  
  
  
  Verify Trust Relationships:
  
  Ensure that the necessary certificates are imported into the trust store of both systems.
  If you are using self-signed certificates, make sure they are trusted by both systems.
  
  
  
  Configuration Review:
  
  Review the SSL configuration settings in the SAP system.
  Ensure that the SSL settings in the instance profile are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Network Connectivity:
  
  Check the network connectivity between the systems involved.
  Ensure that firewalls or network policies are not blocking the SSL traffic.
  
  
  
  Restart Services:
  
  After making changes to certificates or configurations, restart the relevant SAP services to apply the changes.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction STRUST: This transaction is used to manage SSL certificates and PSEs in SAP systems.
  SAP Notes: Check for relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional guidance or patches related to this error.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation on SSL configuration and PSE management for detailed steps and best practices.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, providing them with the full error message and context for better troubleshooting.