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How To Fix SPN006 - Required format: '@'


SPN006 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: SPN - SPnego

  • Message number: 006

  • Message text: Required format: '@'

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SPN006 - Required format: '@' ?
    The SAP error message SPN006 indicates that there is an issue with the format of the principal name used in the context of Kerberos authentication. The required format for the principal name is <principal name>@<domain name>. This error typically arises when the principal name is not correctly specified, which can lead to authentication failures.
    
    Cause: Incorrect Principal Name Format: The principal name does not follow the required format, which should include both the principal name and the domain name separated by an "@" symbol.
    Configuration Issues: There may be misconfigurations in the SAP system or the Kerberos setup, such as incorrect entries in the SAP profile or the Kerberos configuration files. Missing or Incorrect Domain: The domain part of the principal name may be missing or incorrectly specified. Typographical Errors: Simple typos in the principal name or domain can lead to this error.
    Solution: Check Principal Name Format: Ensure that the principal name is correctly formatted as

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