How To Fix SEFS_LDAP_MSG000 - General error in LDAP: &1 &2 &3 &4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SEFS_LDAP_MSG -

• Message number: 000

• Message text: General error in LDAP: &1 &2 &3 &4

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SEFS_LDAP_MSG000 - General error in LDAP: &1 &2 &3 &4 ?

  The SAP error message SEFS_LDAP_MSG000 General error in LDAP: &1 &2 &3 &4 indicates a general issue with the LDAP (Lightweight Directory Access Protocol) connection or configuration in your SAP system. This error can arise from various underlying causes, and the parameters &1, &2, &3, and &4 typically provide additional context about the specific issue.
  Possible Causes:
  
  Connection Issues: The SAP system may not be able to connect to the LDAP server due to network issues, incorrect server address, or firewall restrictions.
  Authentication Problems: The credentials used to connect to the LDAP server may be incorrect or have insufficient permissions.
  Configuration Errors: There may be misconfigurations in the LDAP settings within the SAP system, such as incorrect base DN, search filters, or attribute mappings.
  LDAP Server Issues: The LDAP server itself may be down, misconfigured, or experiencing performance issues.
  SSL/TLS Issues: If the connection to the LDAP server is secured using SSL/TLS, there may be issues