How To Fix RSEC487 - Wrong interval: &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSEC -

• Message number: 487

• Message text: Wrong interval: &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSEC487 - Wrong interval: &1 ?

  The SAP error message RSEC487 "Wrong interval: &1" typically occurs in the context of SAP Business Warehouse (BW) or SAP Analytics, particularly when dealing with authorization objects or queries that involve intervals for authorization checks.
  Cause:
  The error message indicates that there is an issue with the interval specified for a characteristic in an authorization object. This can happen due to several reasons:
  
  Invalid Interval Format: The interval specified does not conform to the expected format or range.
  Missing Values: The interval may be incomplete, missing either the lower or upper limit.
  Incorrect Data Type: The data type of the characteristic does not match the expected type for the interval.
  Authorization Object Configuration: There may be a misconfiguration in the authorization object settings.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the RSEC487 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Interval Definition:
  
  Go to the authorization object configuration in the SAP system.
  Verify that the intervals defined for the characteristic are correct and complete.
  
  
  
  Correct the Format:
  
  Ensure that the intervals are defined in the correct format. For example, if the characteristic is a date, ensure that the date format is consistent with the system's expectations.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization Settings:
  
  Check the authorization settings for the user or role that is encountering the error. Make sure that the intervals are properly defined and that the user has the necessary authorizations.
  
  
  
  Test with Different Values:
  
  If possible, test the query or report with different values to see if the error persists. This can help identify if the issue is with specific values or the overall configuration.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the characteristic and authorization object in question.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SU01 (User Maintenance), PFCG (Role Maintenance), or RSO2 (Authorization Object Maintenance) to check and modify authorizations.
  SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues related to this error message.
  Authorization Concept: Familiarize yourself with the SAP authorization concept, especially how intervals are used in authorization checks.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the RSEC487 error in your SAP environment.