How To Fix /SAPPO/ACR074 - &1: Fail mode has to correspond exactly to value '1', '2', or '3'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPPO/ACR -

• Message number: 074

• Message text: &1: Fail mode has to correspond exactly to value '1', '2', or '3'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPPO/ACR074 - &1: Fail mode has to correspond exactly to value '1', '2', or '3' ?

  The SAP error message /SAPPO/ACR074 &1: Fail mode has to correspond exactly to value '1', '2', or '3' typically occurs in the context of SAP's Advanced Compliance Reporting (ACR) or similar modules where specific parameters or configurations are expected to adhere to predefined values.
  Cause:
  This error indicates that a parameter related to "fail mode" is being set to a value that is not recognized by the system. The fail mode is expected to be one of the following values:
  
  1
  2
  3
  
  If the value provided is anything other than these, the system will throw this error.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should:
  
  
  Check the Configuration: Review the configuration settings where the fail mode is being defined. Ensure that the value being set is one of the allowed values (1, 2, or 3).
  
  
  Correct the Input: If the fail mode is being set programmatically (e.g., through a custom program or report), ensure that the logic correctly assigns one of the valid values.
  
  
  Review Documentation: Consult the SAP documentation or help files related to the specific module you are working with to understand the implications of each fail mode value.
  
  
  Debugging: If you are unable to find the source of the incorrect value, consider debugging the relevant program or transaction to trace where the fail mode is being set.
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this error or provide additional context or solutions.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Fail Mode Values: Understanding what each fail mode value represents can help in determining the correct value to use:
  
  1: Typically represents a specific type of failure handling.
  2: Represents another type of failure handling.
  3: Represents yet another type of failure handling.
  
  The exact meaning of these values can vary based on the specific implementation or module, so refer to the relevant documentation.
  
  
  SAP Support: If the issue persists after checking the configuration and input values, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  Testing: After making changes, ensure to test the configuration in a development or test environment before moving to production to avoid disruptions.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and correct the cause of the error message.