How To Fix SECAUDIT160 - Checking filter &1 (profile &2)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SECAUDIT - Message class for security audit

• Message number: 160

• Message text: Checking filter &1 (profile &2)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SECAUDIT160 - Checking filter &1 (profile &2) ?

  The SAP error message SECAUDIT160 typically relates to issues with the security audit log configuration in the SAP system. This message indicates that there is a problem with the filter settings for the security audit log profile.
  Cause:
  The error message SECAUDIT160 occurs when the system is unable to check the specified filter for the given audit profile. This can happen due to several reasons, including:
  
  Incorrect Filter Configuration: The filter settings for the specified profile may be incorrectly configured or may not exist.
  Profile Issues: The audit profile specified may not be valid or may not be properly defined in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user attempting to check the filter may not have the necessary authorizations to access the audit profile or its settings.
  System Errors: There may be underlying system issues or inconsistencies that are preventing the filter from being checked.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the SECAUDIT160 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Filter Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code SM19 (Security Audit Log) and review the configuration of the audit profile.
  Ensure that the filter settings are correctly defined and that they match the expected criteria.
  
  
  
  Verify Profile Validity:
  
  Ensure that the audit profile specified in the error message exists and is correctly configured.
  You can check the list of available profiles in the same transaction (SM19).
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify the audit profile settings.
  Check the user's roles and authorizations related to security audit logs.
  
  
  
  Check System Logs:
  
  Review system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  Use transaction code SM21 to view system logs.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to security audit logs for any specific guidance or known issues.
  
  
  
  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:
  
  SM19: Security Audit Log Configuration
  SM20: Security Audit Log Analysis
  SM21: System Log
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to security audit logs and the SECAUDIT160 error.
  
  
  Best Practices: Regularly review and update your security audit log settings to ensure they align with your organization's security policies and compliance requirements.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the SECAUDIT160 error message in your SAP system.