How To Fix STRUSTCR016 - Enter a source for issuer &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: STRUSTCR - Certificate Revocation Configuration

• Message number: 016

• Message text: Enter a source for issuer &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message STRUSTCR016 - Enter a source for issuer &1 ?

  The SAP error message STRUSTCR016 "Enter a source for issuer &1" typically occurs in the context of managing SSL certificates and trust relationships in the SAP system. This error indicates that the system is expecting a source (such as a certificate or a key) for the specified issuer, but it has not been provided.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Certificate: The issuer specified does not have an associated certificate or key in the trust store.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration for the SSL or trust relationship may be incomplete or incorrect.
  Expired or Invalid Certificate: The certificate for the issuer may have expired or is not valid.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the STRUSTCR016 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check the Issuer: Verify that the issuer specified in the error message is correct and exists in your system.
  
  
  Add Certificate:
  
  Go to transaction code STRUST.
  Select the appropriate trust store (e.g., "SSL Client (Standard)" or "SSL Server (Standard)").
  Click on the "Import Certificate" button to add the missing certificate for the specified issuer.
  If you have the certificate file (usually in .cer or .crt format), you can import it directly.
  
  
  
  Verify Certificate Chain: Ensure that the entire certificate chain is present. Sometimes, intermediate certificates are also required for the trust relationship to be established.
  
  
  Check for Expired Certificates: Review the validity of the certificates in the trust store. If any certificates are expired, replace them with valid ones.
  
  
  Save Changes: After making the necessary changes, save the configuration and restart the relevant services or the SAP system if required.
  
  
  Test the Connection: After resolving the issue, test the connection that was causing the error to ensure that the problem has been fixed.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction STRUST: This transaction is used to manage SSL certificates and trust relationships in SAP systems.
  SSL Configuration: Ensure that your SSL configuration is correctly set up in the SAP system, including the necessary parameters in the instance profile.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to SSL and trust management for more detailed guidance on managing certificates.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider checking SAP Notes or reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.