How To Fix SDDL_PARSER_MSG408 - Only "=" and "AND" are allowed in SEGREGATE-BY clauses

SDDL_PARSER_MSG408 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SDDL_PARSER_MSG - Message Class for DDL Parser

• Message number: 408

• Message text: Only "=" and "AND" are allowed in SEGREGATE-BY clauses

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SDDL_PARSER_MSG408 - Only "=" and "AND" are allowed in SEGREGATE-BY clauses ?

  The SAP error message SDDL_PARSER_MSG408 indicates that there is an issue with the syntax of a SEGREGATE-BY clause in a Security Data Definition Language (SDDL) statement. Specifically, this error occurs when the clause contains operators other than "=" (equals) and "AND". 
  
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when the SEGREGATE-BY clause is incorrectly formulated. The SEGREGATE-BY clause is used to define how data should be segregated based on certain conditions. The only valid operators in this context are:
  
  =: Used to specify equality.
  AND: Used to combine multiple conditions.
  
  If any other operators (like OR, !=, etc.) are used, or if the syntax is otherwise incorrect, the parser will throw this error.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should:
  
  
  Review the SEGREGATE-BY Clause: Check the syntax of your SEGREGATE-BY clause. Ensure that you are only using the = and AND operators.
  
  
  Correct the Syntax: If you find any invalid operators or syntax, modify the clause to conform to the