How To Fix /BSNAGT/MESSAGE172 - Select both encrypt and decrypt

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /BSNAGT/MESSAGE -

• Message number: 172

• Message text: Select both encrypt and decrypt

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /BSNAGT/MESSAGE172 - Select both encrypt and decrypt ?

  The SAP error message /BSNAGT/MESSAGE172 typically indicates that there is a configuration issue related to the encryption and decryption settings in the SAP system. This error often arises in the context of data protection, particularly when dealing with sensitive information that requires encryption.
  
  Cause:
  The error message suggests that the system is expecting both encryption and decryption to be selected or configured, but one or both of these options are not set correctly. This can happen due to:
  
  
  Configuration Issues: The settings for encryption and decryption may not be properly configured in the system.
  Missing Parameters: Required parameters for encryption or decryption may be missing or incorrectly set.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform encryption or decryption operations.
  Software Bugs: There may be bugs in the version of the software being used that affect encryption and decryption functionalities.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
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