How To Fix STRUSTCR055 - Certificate block status cannot be checked for a future date

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: STRUSTCR - Certificate Revocation Configuration

• Message number: 055

• Message text: Certificate block status cannot be checked for a future date

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message STRUSTCR055 - Certificate block status cannot be checked for a future date ?

  The SAP error message STRUSTCR055 indicates that the system is unable to check the status of a certificate block because the date specified is in the future. This typically occurs when there is an attempt to validate or check the status of a certificate that is not yet valid or is set to become valid at a future date.
  Cause:
  
  Future Date: The primary cause of this error is that the certificate's validity period has not yet started. Certificates have a defined validity period, and if the current date is before the "valid from" date of the certificate, the system cannot check its status.
  System Date: The system date may be incorrectly set to a future date, leading to this error when checking certificates.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Certificate Validity:
  
  Go to transaction STRUST (Trust Manager) in SAP.
  Locate the certificate in question and check its validity period. Ensure that the "valid from" date is not set in the future.
  
  
  
  Adjust System Date:
  
  Verify the system date and time settings. If the system date is incorrect, it may need to be corrected to the current date.
  You can check the system date using transaction SM51 (to see the date of application servers) or by using the command date in the command line of the operating system.
  
  
  
  Update Certificate:
  
  If the certificate is indeed set to start in the future and you need to use it immediately, you may need to update the certificate to have a valid "valid from" date that is in the past or present.
  
  
  
  Re-import Certificate:
  
  If the certificate is not valid yet and you cannot change the dates, you may need to wait until the certificate becomes valid or re-import a different certificate that is valid.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Certificate Management: Understanding how certificates work in SAP is crucial. Certificates are used for secure communication (SSL/TLS) and need to be managed properly to avoid issues.
  Transaction STRUST: This transaction is used for managing SSL certificates, PSEs (Personal Security Environments), and trust relationships in SAP.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or updates regarding certificate management and related errors.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis team or consulting SAP support for further assistance.