How To Fix PCA_SECURITY712 - Both selection types specified

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PCA_SECURITY - Messages for Sensitive Card Data

• Message number: 712

• Message text: Both selection types specified

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PCA_SECURITY712 - Both selection types specified ?

  The SAP error message PCA_SECURITY712, which states "Both selection types specified," typically occurs in the context of security settings or authorization checks within the SAP system. This error indicates that there is a conflict in the selection criteria being used, where two incompatible selection types have been specified simultaneously.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by:
  
  Conflicting Selection Criteria: You may have specified both a range and a single value for the same selection field in a report or transaction.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration of the authorization objects or roles may be set up in a way that leads to conflicting selection criteria.
  User Input Error: The user may have inadvertently selected multiple options that cannot coexist.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the PCA_SECURITY712 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Review Selection Criteria:
  
  Check the selection screen of the report or transaction where the error occurred.
  Ensure that you are not specifying both a range (e.g., from and to values) and a single value for the same field.
  
  
  
  Adjust User Input:
  
  If you are entering values manually, make sure to only use one type of selection for each field (either a single value or a range).
  
  
  
  Check Authorization Objects:
  
  If you are an administrator, review the authorization objects and roles assigned to the user. Ensure that there are no conflicting settings that could lead to this error.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the SAP documentation or help files related to the specific transaction or report to understand the expected input formats.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional context.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with the transaction codes related to security and authorization management, such as SU01 (User Maintenance) and PFCG (Role Maintenance).
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on how to properly enter selection criteria in reports to avoid common input errors.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the PCA_SECURITY712 error in your SAP environment.