How To Fix /IAM/OBJECT_QIM000 - Selection for field &1 is too unspecific (&2 hits)

/IAM/OBJECT_QIM000 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /IAM/OBJECT_QIM -

• Message number: 000

• Message text: Selection for field &1 is too unspecific (&2 hits)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /IAM/OBJECT_QIM000 - Selection for field &1 is too unspecific (&2 hits) ?

  The SAP error message /IAM/OBJECT_QIM000 Selection for field &1 is too unspecific (&2 hits) typically occurs in the context of SAP Identity Management (IdM) or related modules when a query or selection criteria is too broad, resulting in multiple records being returned. This can happen when the selection criteria do not sufficiently narrow down the results, leading to ambiguity in the data retrieval process.
  
  Cause:
  
  Too Broad Selection Criteria: The selection criteria defined in the query do not uniquely identify a single record, resulting in multiple records being matched.
  Missing Filters: Important filters or parameters that would help narrow down the search are missing.
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be duplicate or similar entries in the database that cause confusion in the selection process.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Refine Selection Criteria: Review and modify the selection criteria to make it more specific. Ensure that you are using enough parameters to uniquely identify the desired record.
  Add Additional Filters: Include additional