How To Fix SRAL218 - Password field '&1' is not supported in log context

SRAL218 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SRAL - Read Access Log Message Class

• Message number: 218

• Message text: Password field '&1' is not supported in log context

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SRAL218 - Password field '&1' is not supported in log context ?

  The SAP error message SRAL218 indicates that a password field is not supported in the log context. This typically occurs when there is an attempt to log sensitive information, such as passwords, which is not allowed for security reasons.
  
  Cause:
  
  Sensitive Data Logging: The system is trying to log a password or sensitive information, which is restricted to protect user data and maintain security.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the logging settings or the way the application is handling sensitive data.
  Custom Code: If there is custom code or third-party add-ons that attempt to log passwords, this can trigger the error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Logging Configuration: Check the logging configuration in your SAP system to ensure that sensitive fields like passwords are not being logged. Adjust the settings to exclude these fields from logging.
  Modify Custom Code: If the error is caused by custom code, review the code to ensure that it does not attempt