How To Fix STC_SC_TASKS023 - SSL server must not be empty

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: STC_SC_TASKS - System Copy Task Messages

• Message number: 023

• Message text: SSL server must not be empty

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message STC_SC_TASKS023 - SSL server must not be empty ?

  The SAP error message STC_SC_TASKS023, which states "SSL server must not be empty," typically occurs in the context of configuring secure communication between SAP systems or when setting up a secure connection for a specific task or service. This error indicates that the system is expecting an SSL server configuration, but it has not been provided or is missing.
  Cause:
  
  Missing SSL Configuration: The SSL server settings have not been configured in the relevant transaction or profile.
  Incorrect Profile Settings: The profile settings for the instance may not include the necessary SSL parameters.
  Transport Layer Security (TLS) Issues: If the system is expected to communicate over SSL/TLS, but the configuration is incomplete or incorrect, this error may arise.
  System Profile Issues: The instance profile may not have the correct parameters set for SSL communication.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the STC_SC_TASKS023 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check SSL Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction STRUST (Trust Manager) in the SAP GUI.
  Ensure that the SSL server settings are correctly configured. You may need to create or import the necessary SSL certificates.
  
  
  
  Update Instance Profile:
  
  Check the instance profile (usually found in the instance directory of your SAP system).
  Ensure that the parameters related to SSL are correctly set. Look for parameters like icm/SSL/enable, icm/SSL/server_pse, and icm/SSL/client_pse.
  
  
  
  Configure SSL Parameters:
  
  If you are using a specific service or task that requires SSL, ensure that the relevant parameters are set in the configuration for that service.
  You may need to specify the SSL server in the configuration settings of the task or service that is generating the error.
  
  
  
  Restart the Instance:
  
  After making changes to the configuration, restart the SAP instance to apply the new settings.
  
  
  
  Check Logs:
  
  Review the system logs (transaction SM21) and the developer traces (transaction ST22) for any additional error messages that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the SAP documentation for your specific version and scenario to ensure that you are following the correct procedures for SSL configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SSL/TLS Documentation: SAP provides documentation on how to configure SSL/TLS for secure communication. This can be found in the SAP Help Portal.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Community Forums: Consider searching or posting in SAP community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the STC_SC_TASKS023 error and ensure that your SSL server configuration is correctly set up.