How To Fix STRUSTCR018 - Issuer &1 already exists in the source list

STRUSTCR018 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: STRUSTCR - Certificate Revocation Configuration

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Issuer &1 already exists in the source list

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message STRUSTCR018 - Issuer &1 already exists in the source list ?

  The SAP error message STRUSTCR018 indicates that there is an issue with the SSL (Secure Sockets Layer) configuration in the SAP system, specifically related to the SSL server PSE (Personal Security Environment). The message states that the issuer you are trying to add already exists in the source list.
  
  Cause:
  This error typically occurs when you attempt to import a certificate into the SSL server PSE, but a certificate with the same issuer already exists in the PSE. The system does not allow duplicate entries for the same issuer to maintain the integrity of the certificate store.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Certificates:
  
  Go to transaction code STRUST in the SAP GUI.
  Select the appropriate PSE (e.g., SSL server PSE).
  Review the list of existing certificates to see if the issuer you are trying to add is already present.
  
  
  
  Remove or Replace Existing Certificate:
  
  If the existing certificate is outdated or incorrect, you