How To Fix SEFS_LDAP_MSG013 - Usergroup &1 cannot be found via LDAP server &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SEFS_LDAP_MSG -

• Message number: 013

• Message text: Usergroup &1 cannot be found via LDAP server &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SEFS_LDAP_MSG013 - Usergroup &1 cannot be found via LDAP server &2 ?

  The SAP error message SEFS_LDAP_MSG013 indicates that a user group specified in the system cannot be found via the LDAP (Lightweight Directory Access Protocol) server. This error typically arises in scenarios where SAP is integrated with an LDAP directory for user authentication and authorization.
  Cause:
  
  User Group Not Defined: The user group specified in the error message does not exist in the LDAP directory.
  LDAP Configuration Issues: There may be misconfigurations in the LDAP settings within the SAP system, such as incorrect server addresses, ports, or search base.
  Network Issues: There could be network connectivity problems between the SAP system and the LDAP server.
  Permissions: The SAP system may not have the necessary permissions to query the LDAP server for user groups.
  Synchronization Issues: If the user groups in LDAP have been recently modified or deleted, the changes may not have been synchronized with the SAP system.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify User Group: Check if the user group specified in the error message exists in the LDAP directory. You can use an LDAP browser or command-line tools to query the LDAP server.
  Check LDAP Configuration: Review the LDAP configuration settings in the SAP system. Ensure that the LDAP server address, port, and search base are correctly configured.
  
  You can check these settings in transaction SU01 (User Maintenance) or LDAP Configuration in the SAP system.
  
  
  Test Connectivity: Ensure that the SAP system can connect to the LDAP server. You can use tools like ping or telnet to test connectivity to the LDAP server's IP address and port.
  Review Permissions: Ensure that the SAP system has the necessary permissions to access the LDAP directory and query user groups.
  Check Synchronization: If there have been recent changes to the LDAP directory, ensure that the SAP system is synchronized with the latest data. You may need to perform a manual synchronization if automatic synchronization is not set up.
  Consult Logs: Check the SAP system logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes related to LDAP integration and user management for any known issues or patches.
  Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for LDAP integration to ensure that all configurations are correctly set up.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the SEFS_LDAP_MSG013 error message.