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

SAP Error Message - Details

• 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 executing the program from the sell side of the SRM system. If you are on the buy side, switch to the sell side and try again.
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings in your SRM system to ensure that the sell side is properly set up and that the program is intended to run there.
  User Authorization: Verify that the user has the appropriate roles and authorizations to execute the program on the sell side. If not, you may need to adjust the user roles or consult with your SAP security team.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation or notes related to the specific program or transaction you are trying to execute for any additional requirements or prerequisites.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or updates regarding this error message.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with the relevant transaction codes in SRM that pertain to certificate replication and their intended execution contexts.
  Support: If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, providing them with the error details and the context in which it occurred.
  
  By ensuring that you are operating in the correct context and that all configurations and authorizations are in place, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully execute the certificate replication program.