How To Fix /ISDFPS/ROLES023 - Selections are not required; a full comparison is being run

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /ISDFPS/ROLES -

• Message number: 023

• Message text: Selections are not required; a full comparison is being run

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /ISDFPS/ROLES023 - Selections are not required; a full comparison is being run ?

  The SAP error message /ISDFPS/ROLES023 indicates that the system is attempting to perform a full comparison of roles and authorizations, but it has detected that selections are not required for this operation. This message typically arises in the context of the SAP GRC (Governance, Risk, and Compliance) module, particularly when dealing with role management and authorization checks.
  Cause:
  
  Full Comparison Mode: The system is set to run a full comparison of roles and authorizations, which does not require specific selection criteria. This can happen if the configuration or the parameters for the comparison are set incorrectly.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the settings for the role comparison process, leading the system to expect selections when it should not.
  User Input: The user may have inadvertently provided selection criteria when initiating the comparison, which is unnecessary for a full comparison.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Comparison Settings: Review the settings for the role comparison process in the GRC configuration. Ensure that the parameters are set correctly for a full comparison.
  Remove Unnecessary Selections: If you are initiating the comparison manually, ensure that you are not providing any selection criteria that would conflict with the full comparison mode.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation for the specific transaction or process you are using to understand the expected input for a full comparison.
  System Update: Ensure that your SAP system is up to date with the latest patches and updates, as this may resolve any underlying issues related to the error message.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, as they may have more specific insights based on your system configuration.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with the relevant transaction codes in GRC for role management, such as GRAC_SPM for role management and GRAC_RM for risk management.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as they may provide additional context or solutions.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, providing insights or solutions from other users' experiences.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the error message and ensure that the role comparison process runs smoothly.