How To Fix SRT_TRANSIENT_LP006 - Signature certificate is initial

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SRT_TRANSIENT_LP - Message class for transient logical port

• Message number: 006

• Message text: Signature certificate is initial

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SRT_TRANSIENT_LP006 - Signature certificate is initial ?

  The SAP error message SRT_TRANSIENT_LP006 indicates that the signature certificate is in an initial state, which typically means that the certificate has not been properly configured or activated for use in secure communication scenarios, such as web services or other secure transactions.
  Cause:
  
  Certificate Not Activated: The signature certificate has been created but not activated in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the Secure Network Communications (SNC) or the Web Service Security (WSS) settings.
  Expired or Invalid Certificate: The certificate may have expired or is not valid for the intended use.
  Missing Trust Relationship: The system may not have a proper trust relationship established with the certificate authority (CA) that issued the certificate.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Activate the Certificate:
  
  Go to transaction STRUST in the SAP GUI.
  Navigate to the PSE (Personal Security Environment) for the relevant system (e.g., SSL Client PSE).
  Check if the signature certificate is listed and ensure it is activated. If it is not, activate it.
  
  
  
  Check Certificate Validity:
  
  Verify that the certificate is valid and has not expired. If it has expired, you will need to renew it or replace it with a valid certificate.
  
  
  
  Configure Trust Relationships:
  
  Ensure that the trust relationship with the CA is properly configured. This may involve importing the CA's root certificate into the system's trust store.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration Settings:
  
  Check the configuration settings for the relevant web service or communication scenario. Ensure that all necessary parameters are correctly set.
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  After making changes, test the configuration to ensure that the error is resolved. You can use transaction SOAMANAGER to test web service configurations.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific version of SAP you are using for any additional steps or considerations.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction STRUST: Used for managing security settings and certificates in SAP.
  Transaction SOAMANAGER: Used for managing web service configurations and settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional guidance or fixes related to this error.
  Security Best Practices: Ensure that you follow best practices for managing certificates and secure communications in SAP environments.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.