How To Fix SIPT701 - Internal error: Digital signature cannot be created

SIPT701 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SIPT - SIPT: Digital Signature Portugal

• Message number: 701

• Message text: Internal error: Digital signature cannot be created

What causes this issue?

An unexpected error has occured during the checks for creating the
digital signature.

System Response

The digital signature cannot be created and the current document will
not be posted.

How to fix this error?

Make a note of the procedure that leads to this error and contact SAP
development support.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SIPT701 - Internal error: Digital signature cannot be created ?

  The SAP error message SIPT701, which states "Internal error: Digital signature cannot be created," typically occurs in the context of electronic document processing, particularly when dealing with digital signatures in SAP applications. This error can arise due to various reasons, and understanding the cause is crucial for finding an appropriate solution.
  Causes:
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: The digital signature configuration in the SAP system may not be set up correctly. This includes settings related to the digital signature service or the cryptographic library.
  
  
  Certificate Problems: The digital certificate used for signing may be expired, invalid, or not properly installed in the SAP system. The certificate must be valid and trusted.
  
  
  Missing Authorizations: The user attempting to create the digital signature may not have the necessary authorizations or roles assigned to perform this action.
  
  
  Technical Issues: There may be underlying technical issues, such as problems with the cryptographic service provider (CSP) or issues with the SAP kernel.
  
  
  Network Issues: