How To Fix VER_MESSAGES053 - C4: Set Certification with Expired Certificate

VER_MESSAGES053 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VER_MESSAGES - Message Class for FP Examples

• Message number: 053

• Message text: C4: Set Certification with Expired Certificate

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VER_MESSAGES053 - C4: Set Certification with Expired Certificate ?

  The SAP error message VER_MESSAGES053 C4: Set Certification with Expired Certificate indicates that there is an issue with a certification that has expired. This error typically occurs in the context of digital signatures, secure communications, or when dealing with certificates in SAP systems, particularly in modules related to document management, electronic invoicing, or secure data exchange.
  
  Cause:
  
  Expired Certificate: The primary cause of this error is that the certificate being used for a specific transaction or process has expired. Certificates have a validity period, and once they exceed this period, they are no longer considered valid.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be misconfigurations in the system regarding the certificate settings or the trust relationships between systems.
  Certificate Revocation: The certificate may have been revoked before its expiration date due to security concerns or other reasons.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Renew the Certificate: The most straightforward solution is to renew the expired certificate. This involves obtaining a new certificate from a