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What is Certification Authority in SAP SRD-CC-SEC - Security?


SAP Term: Certification Authority

  • Component: SRD-CC-SEC

  • Component Name: Security

  • Description: An external instance that issues public-key certificates. The Certification Authority CA guarantees the identity of the person that is granted the certificate; that is, that the person really is who he or she claimed to be.


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  • Key Concepts: 
    A Certification Authority (CA) is a component of the SAP Security system that is responsible for issuing digital certificates. These certificates are used to authenticate users and systems, as well as to encrypt data. The CA is also responsible for revoking certificates when necessary. 
    
    How to use it: 
    The CA component of the SRD-CC-SEC Security system is used to issue digital certificates. These certificates are used to authenticate users and systems, as well as to encrypt data. The CA also revokes certificates when necessary. 
    
    Tips & Tricks: 
    When setting up the CA component of the SRD-CC-SEC Security system, it is important to ensure that the correct settings are in place. This includes setting up the correct certificate authority, as well as setting up the correct revocation list. 
    
    Related Information: 
    For more information on setting up the CA component of the SRD-CC-SEC Security system, please refer to the SAP documentation. Additionally, there are many online resources available that provide detailed instructions on how to set up and use the CA component of the SRD-CC-SEC Security system.
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