SSL Certificate maintenance sap (ABAP)
There are different types of to renewal or configuration process for SSL certificate in sap. We will discuss about ABAP ssl certificate renewal process through strust/strussso2 tcode.
Steps to Maintain SAP PSE Certificates and Keys
ABAP
Access the STRUST Transaction:
Log in to the SAP system using the SAP GUI.
Enter transaction code STRUST in the command field and press Enter. This will open the Trust Manager.
Select the PSE to Maintain:
In the Trust Manager, you will see different nodes under “Standard” and “SSL Server” (such as “SSL Client (Standard)”, “SSL Server Standard”, etc.).
Select the relevant PSE node for which you want to maintain the certificate (e.g., “SSL Client (Standard)” or “SSL Server Standard”).
Check the Certificate Status:
Check the certificate information displayed on the screen, including the certificate validity period and the issuer details.
Identify if any certificate is about to expire or already expired.
Renew or Replace the Certificate:
To Renew a Certificate:
Click on the “Replace” button to replace the certificate.
Generate a new Certificate Signing Request (CSR) by clicking the “Create Certificate Request” button.
Save the CSR file and send it to your Certificate Authority (CA) to get it signed.
To Import a New Certificate:
Once you receive the signed certificate from the CA, click the “Import Certificate” button.
Browse and select the signed certificate file to import it.
Save Check Distribute the PSE:
After importing the new or renewed certificate, click on the “Save” button.
Use the “Distribute” option to ensure the PSE is distributed to all relevant application servers.
Verify the Certificate Installation:
Confirm the certificate has been correctly installed and is valid by checking the details in the Trust Manager.
You can also test the connection using the SMICM transaction code to ensure that SSL connections are properly established.
Maintain and Update Keys:
To maintain cryptographic keys (public/private keys), use the options available in the Trust Manager to create, import, or delete keys as needed.
Schedule Regular Checks:
Set up periodic checks to monitor certificate expiration dates and renew them proactively to avoid any disruptions.
Additional Tips
SSL certificate maintenance in sap
we can also generate the certificate from os level also. for more info related to ssl certificate visit sap help portal ssl certificate
Monitor Expiry Dates: Use strust/strustsso2 Tcode (ABAP), or set reminders to check certificate validity regularly.
We an set the alert for the certificate expiry in our SOLMAN SYSTEM.
Backup PSE Files: Always back up PSE files before making any changes to avoid accidental loss of data.
Coordinate with CA: Ensure you have an efficient process with your Certificate Authority (CA) for signing and renewing certificates.
