How To Fix SUSR_CERT069 - Rule for subject &1 and issuer &2 already exists (see index &3)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SUSR_CERT - User Certificates Administration

• Message number: 069

• Message text: Rule for subject &1 and issuer &2 already exists (see index &3)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SUSR_CERT069 - Rule for subject &1 and issuer &2 already exists (see index &3) ?

  The SAP error message SUSR_CERT069 indicates that there is an attempt to create or register a certificate in the system, but a certificate with the same subject and issuer already exists. This is a validation error that prevents duplicate entries in the certificate management system.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  You are trying to add a new certificate that has the same subject and issuer as an existing certificate in the system.
  The system enforces a rule to prevent duplicate certificates for security and integrity reasons.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Certificates:
  
  Use transaction code STRUST (or STRUSTSSO2 for SSL certificates) to view the existing certificates in the system.
  Look for the certificate with the same subject and issuer as the one you are trying to add.
  
  
  
  Modify or Delete Existing Certificate:
  
  If the existing certificate is outdated or no longer needed, consider deleting it.
  If you need to keep the existing certificate, you may need to modify the new certificate's subject or issuer to make it unique.
  
  
  
  Update the Certificate:
  
  If the certificate you are trying to add is an updated version of an existing one, you may want to update the existing certificate instead of adding a new one.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to certificate management for any specific guidelines or best practices.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if this is a production environment.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  STRUST: Manage SSL certificates.
  STRUSTSSO2: Manage SSO certificates.
  
  
  
  Certificate Management: Understanding how certificates are managed in SAP is crucial. Familiarize yourself with the concepts of public key infrastructure (PKI), certificate authorities (CA), and how certificates are used for secure communications.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional context.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the SUSR_CERT069 error and manage your certificates effectively in SAP.