How To Fix EYE014 - Interval [&3,&4] of authorization &2 has the wrong format

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EYE - Messages in queries for analysis authorizations

• Message number: 014

• Message text: Interval [&3,&4] of authorization &2 has the wrong format

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EYE014 - Interval [&3,&4] of authorization &2 has the wrong format ?

  The SAP error message EYE014 indicates that there is an issue with the format of an authorization interval in the system. This error typically arises when the authorization object is defined with an interval that does not conform to the expected format or structure.
  Cause:
  The error message EYE014 is triggered when:
  
  The interval specified for an authorization object is not in the correct format. For example, it may contain invalid characters or not follow the expected numeric or alphanumeric structure.
  The values defined in the interval are inconsistent or do not match the expected data type for the authorization field.
  There may be a configuration issue in the authorization object definition.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the EYE014 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Authorization Object Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code SU21 to review the authorization object that is causing the error.
  Verify the intervals defined for the authorization fields and ensure they are correctly formatted.
  
  
  
  Correct the Interval Format:
  
  Ensure that the intervals are defined using the correct data types (e.g., numeric, character) and that they do not contain any invalid characters.
  If the interval is supposed to be numeric, ensure that both the lower and upper bounds are valid numbers.
  
  
  
  Review User Roles and Profiles:
  
  Check the user roles and profiles assigned to the user experiencing the error. Ensure that the authorizations are correctly assigned and that there are no conflicts.
  
  
  
  Test with Different User:
  
  If possible, test the same transaction with a different user who has similar roles to see if the error persists. This can help determine if the issue is user-specific or more widespread.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific authorization object to understand any specific requirements or known issues.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, especially if this is a production environment.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU21: Display Authorization Object
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  
  
  
  Authorization Objects:
  
  Authorization objects are used in SAP to control access to various transactions and data based on user roles.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and correct the issue causing the EYE014 error in your SAP system.