How To Fix SECSTORE051 - Generated key: &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SECSTORE - Secure Storage

• Message number: 051

• Message text: Generated key: &1

What causes this issue?

The system generated the following key from the pass phrase entered:
&V1&
This value can be used as the content of the key file for the secure
storage.

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SECSTORE051 - Generated key: &1 ?

  The SAP error message SECSTORE051 with the text "Generated key: &1" typically relates to issues with the secure storage of keys in the SAP system. This error can occur in various contexts, such as when dealing with cryptographic keys or secure storage configurations.
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  Key Generation Issues: Problems during the generation of cryptographic keys, which may be due to configuration errors or insufficient permissions.
  Configuration Errors: Incorrect settings in the secure storage configuration, such as missing or incorrect parameters in the SAP Cryptographic Library (SAPCRYPTOLIB).
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or generate keys in the secure storage.
  System Environment: Issues related to the underlying operating system or hardware that affect the key generation process.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the SECSTORE051 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Verify the configuration settings for the secure storage in your SAP system. Ensure that all parameters are correctly set up.
  Check the settings in the SAP Cryptographic Library (SAPCRYPTOLIB) and ensure it is properly installed and configured.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user encountering the error has the necessary authorizations to generate and access keys in the secure storage. You may need to consult with your security administrator to review and adjust user roles and permissions.
  
  
  
  Check Logs:
  
  Review the system logs (transaction SM21) and the application logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Test Key Generation:
  
  Try to manually generate a key using the appropriate transaction or program to see if the issue persists. This can help isolate whether the problem is with the specific operation or a broader configuration issue.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the official SAP documentation for secure storage and cryptographic services for any specific guidelines or troubleshooting steps related to your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance. Provide them with detailed information about the error, including any relevant logs and configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for documentation related to secure storage and cryptographic key management.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the SECSTORE051 error in your SAP system.