How To Fix RSEC187 - Characteristic &1: Interval &2 was corrected and is now &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSEC -

• Message number: 187

• Message text: Characteristic &1: Interval &2 was corrected and is now &3

What causes this issue?

An automatic correction has been made to an interval definition.

System Response

The system attempts to find out automatically whether an interval
definition has been specified that is not supported in the authori
zations. If an interval definition is incorrect, but the system knows
how to correct it, it performs an automatic correction.
This correction does not guarantee correct interval definition. What it
can do is help to prevent the most serious kinds of errors from
occurring during interval definition.
Interval definitions that the system does not recognize as incorrect or
does not correct are not necessarily correct.

How to fix this error?

Check that the interval definition is correct.
You can find more information about interval definitions in <ZH>SAP Note
1053989</>.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSEC187 - Characteristic &1: Interval &2 was corrected and is now &3 ?

  The SAP error message RSEC187 typically relates to issues with the characteristics in the SAP Business Warehouse (BW) or Business Intelligence (BI) environment, particularly when dealing with authorization objects and intervals for characteristics.
  Cause:
  The error message RSEC187 indicates that there is a problem with the interval defined for a characteristic in the authorization object. Specifically, it suggests that the interval you have defined for a characteristic (e.g., a range of values) has been corrected by the system. This can happen due to:
  
  Invalid Interval Definition: The interval you defined may not be valid or may not conform to the expected format or range.
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data that lead to the system correcting the interval.
  Changes in Data Model: If there have been changes in the underlying data model or characteristics, the intervals may need to be adjusted accordingly.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the RSEC187 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Review the Characteristic Definition:
  
  Go to the transaction code RSECADMIN or RSA1 to check the characteristics and their intervals.
  Ensure that the intervals defined for the characteristic are valid and correctly formatted.
  
  
  
  Check Authorization Objects:
  
  Verify the authorization objects associated with the characteristic. Make sure that the intervals are correctly defined in the authorization settings.
  
  
  
  Adjust the Intervals:
  
  If the system has corrected the intervals, review the new values and determine if they meet your requirements. If necessary, adjust the intervals manually to fit your needs.
  
  
  
  Test the Changes:
  
  After making adjustments, test the changes to ensure that the error does not reoccur and that the authorization checks work as expected.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to authorization management and characteristics for further guidance.
  
  
  
  Seek Help from SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if it seems to be a bug or a deeper issue within the system.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as RSECADMIN for authorization management and RSA1 for data modeling in BW.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional context on handling characteristic intervals.
  Training and Documentation: Consider training resources or documentation on SAP BW/BI authorization concepts to better understand how to manage characteristics and intervals effectively.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the RSEC187 error and ensure that your characteristic intervals are correctly defined and functioning as intended.