How To Fix ACM_SYNTAX071 - Remove duplicate field/value combinations in aspect pfcg_auth &1 &2 '&3'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ACM_SYNTAX - ACM: DCL Syntax Error Messages

• Message number: 071

• Message text: Remove duplicate field/value combinations in aspect pfcg_auth &1 &2 '&3'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ACM_SYNTAX071 - Remove duplicate field/value combinations in aspect pfcg_auth &1 &2 '&3' ?

  The SAP error message ACM_SYNTAX071 indicates that there are duplicate field/value combinations in the authorization object or profile specified in the message. This typically occurs when you are trying to create or modify an authorization profile using transaction PFCG (Profile Generator) and the system detects that the same field/value pair has been defined more than once.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Entries: The most common cause of this error is that the same field/value combination has been entered multiple times in the authorization object.
  Profile Copying: If you copied an existing profile, it might have retained duplicate entries.
  Manual Entry Errors: When manually entering values in the authorization object, it’s possible to accidentally input the same field/value pair more than once.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the ACM_SYNTAX071 error, follow these steps:
  
  Open Transaction PFCG: Go to transaction PFCG and enter the role that is causing the error.
  Edit the Role: Click on the "Change" button to edit the role.
  Check Authorization Data: Navigate to the "Authorization" tab and click on the "Change Authorization Data" button.
  Review Field/Value Combinations: Carefully review the entries in the authorization objects. Look for any duplicate field/value combinations.
  Remove Duplicates: Delete or modify the duplicate entries so that each field/value combination is unique.
  Generate Profile: After making the necessary changes, regenerate the profile by clicking on the "Generate" button.
  Save Changes: Save your changes and exit the role maintenance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Authorization objects define the permissions for various activities in SAP. Each object can have multiple fields, and each field can have specific values.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes like PFCG (Role Maintenance), SU01 (User Maintenance), and SUIM (User Information System) for managing roles and authorizations.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific patches or updates related to authorization issues, as there may be known bugs or fixes that could help.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, consider consulting with your SAP Basis or Security team for further assistance, as they may have additional tools or insights to help resolve the issue.