How To Fix SHTTP083 - Error when saving password to secure storage

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SHTTP - Messages for Development Class SHTTP

• Message number: 083

• Message text: Error when saving password to secure storage

What causes this issue?

An error occurred when a password was saved, changed, or deleted in
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 SHTTP083 - Error when saving password to secure storage ?

  The SAP error message SHTTP083 indicates an issue when the system attempts to save a password to secure storage. This error can occur due to various reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for finding a solution. Here are some common causes, potential solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  Insufficient Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to write to the secure storage.
  Secure Storage Configuration: The secure storage may not be properly configured or initialized.
  File System Permissions: The underlying file system may have permission issues that prevent writing to the secure storage.
  Database Issues: If the secure storage is backed by a database, there may be issues with the database connection or configuration.
  SAP Kernel Issues: There may be bugs or issues with the version of the SAP kernel being used.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify secure storage. This can be done by checking the user's roles and authorizations in the SAP system.
  
  
  
  Verify Secure Storage Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration of the secure storage. This can be done using transaction code STRG (Secure Storage) to ensure that it is properly set up.
  
  
  
  File System Permissions:
  
  Verify that the file system permissions allow the SAP instance to write to the secure storage location. This may involve checking the operating system permissions for the user under which the SAP instance is running.
  
  
  
  Database Connection:
  
  If secure storage is backed by a database, ensure that the database is up and running, and that the connection parameters are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  SAP Kernel Update:
  
  If you suspect that the issue is related to a bug in the SAP kernel, consider updating to the latest version of the SAP kernel. Check SAP Notes for any known issues related to your current version.
  
  
  
  Check SAP Notes:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error. SAP frequently releases notes that provide fixes or workarounds for known issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  STRG - To manage secure storage.
  SU53 - To analyze authorization issues.
  
  
  
  SAP Support: If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance. Provide them with detailed information about the error, including any relevant logs or screenshots.
  
  
  Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation regarding secure storage and password management for additional insights and best practices.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the SHTTP083 error in your SAP system.