How To Fix /SRMSMC/CMN_UI003 - Program for certificate replication can only run on the sell side

/SRMSMC/CMN_UI003 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SRMSMC/CMN_UI -

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Program for certificate replication can only run on the sell side

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SRMSMC/CMN_UI003 - Program for certificate replication can only run on the sell side ?

  The SAP error message /SRMSMC/CMN_UI003 indicates that the program for certificate replication can only be executed on the "sell side" of the system. This error typically arises in the context of SAP Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) when there is an attempt to run a process that is not permitted on the current side of the system (e.g., the buy side instead of the sell side).
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Execution Context: The program is designed to be executed only on the sell side of the SRM system. If you are trying to run it from the buy side, you will encounter this error.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the system that is causing the program to be executed in the wrong context.
  User Role/Authorization: The user executing the program may not have the necessary roles or authorizations to run the program on the sell side.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Run on the Correct Side: Ensure that you are