How To Fix SEFS_LDAP_MSG005 - No authorization for LDAP (server &1)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SEFS_LDAP_MSG -

• Message number: 005

• Message text: No authorization for LDAP (server &1)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SEFS_LDAP_MSG005 - No authorization for LDAP (server &1) ?

  The SAP error message SEFS_LDAP_MSG005 indicates that there is no authorization for the LDAP server specified in the error message. This typically occurs when a user or service trying to access the LDAP server does not have the necessary permissions or credentials to perform the requested operation.
  Cause:
  
  Insufficient User Permissions: The user account being used to connect to the LDAP server does not have the required permissions to access the server or perform specific operations.
  Incorrect Configuration: The LDAP server configuration in the SAP system may be incorrect, leading to authentication failures.
  Expired Credentials: The credentials (username/password) used to connect to the LDAP server may have expired or been changed.
  Network Issues: There may be network connectivity issues preventing the SAP system from reaching the LDAP server.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Permissions:
  
  Ensure that the user account being used to connect to the LDAP server has the necessary permissions. This may involve checking the LDAP server's access control lists (ACLs) or user roles.
  
  
  
  Verify Configuration:
  
  Review the LDAP configuration settings in the SAP system. This includes checking the LDAP server address, port, and any other relevant settings.
  Ensure that the LDAP server is correctly defined in the SAP system (transaction code: LDAP).
  
  
  
  Update Credentials:
  
  If the credentials have changed, update them in the SAP system. This can usually be done in the LDAP configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Test Connectivity:
  
  Use tools like ping or telnet to check if the SAP system can reach the LDAP server. Ensure that there are no firewall rules blocking access.
  
  
  
  Check Logs:
  
  Review the SAP system logs and the LDAP server logs for any additional error messages that may provide more context about the authorization failure.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or the LDAP server documentation for specific configuration and troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  LDAP Documentation: Review the documentation for the specific LDAP server you are using (e.g., Microsoft Active Directory, OpenLDAP) for details on user permissions and configuration.
  SAP Community: Consider searching or posting in the SAP Community forums for additional insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the authorization issue related to the LDAP server in your SAP environment.