How To Fix STRUSTCR051 - CRL download is already in progress

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: STRUSTCR - Certificate Revocation Configuration

• Message number: 051

• Message text: CRL download is already in progress

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message STRUSTCR051 - CRL download is already in progress ?

  The SAP error message STRUSTCR051 indicates that a Certificate Revocation List (CRL) download is already in progress. This typically occurs when a CRL update is initiated while another update is still ongoing, leading to a conflict.
  Cause:
  
  Concurrent CRL Downloads: The most common cause is that a CRL download process is already running when a new request is made.
  Long-running Processes: If the previous CRL download takes longer than expected, it may lead to this error when trying to initiate another download.
  System Configuration Issues: Misconfigurations in the system settings related to CRL downloads can also lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Wait for Completion: The simplest solution is to wait for the current CRL download process to complete. You can check the status of the process in the transaction code STRUST.
  Check Background Jobs: If the CRL download is running as a background job, you can check the job status using transaction SM37. If it is stuck or taking too long, you may need to investigate further.
  Terminate Stuck Processes: If you determine that the CRL download is stuck, you may need to terminate the process. Be cautious with this step, as it may lead to incomplete downloads.
  Review Logs: Check the system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that might provide more context about why the CRL download is taking longer than expected.
  Configuration Review: Ensure that the configuration settings for CRL downloads in the STRUST transaction are correct. This includes checking the URLs and network settings.
  System Restart: In some cases, a system restart may help clear any lingering processes that are causing the conflict.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction STRUST: This transaction is used for managing SSL certificates and CRLs in SAP systems.
  CRL (Certificate Revocation List): A CRL is a list of certificates that have been revoked by the certificate authority before their scheduled expiration date.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for more details on managing SSL certificates and CRLs.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.