How To Fix VER_MESSAGES073 - S4: Set Signature Without Specifying Certificate

VER_MESSAGES073 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VER_MESSAGES - Message Class for FP Examples

• Message number: 073

• Message text: S4: Set Signature Without Specifying Certificate

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VER_MESSAGES073 - S4: Set Signature Without Specifying Certificate ?

  The SAP error message VER_MESSAGES073 with the description "Set Signature Without Specifying Certificate" typically occurs in the context of digital signatures in SAP systems, particularly when dealing with electronic documents or transactions that require a digital signature.
  
  Cause:
  This error usually arises when a digital signature is being set up or processed without a valid certificate being specified. The system expects a certificate to be associated with the signature operation, and if it is not provided, the error is triggered.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Certificate Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the digital certificate is correctly configured in the SAP system. This includes checking that the certificate is valid, not expired, and properly imported into the system.
  
  
  
  Specify the Certificate:
  
  When setting up the signature, make sure to specify the correct certificate. This can often be done in the configuration settings or during the signature process itself.
  
  
  
  Review Signature Settings:
  
  Go to the relevant transaction or