How To Fix SRAL259 - Remove field '&1' from log group '&2' as it is invalid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SRAL - Read Access Log Message Class

• Message number: 259

• Message text: Remove field '&1' from log group '&2' as it is invalid

What causes this issue?

A field in a log group becomes invalid when it cannot be found in the
channel field list. This channel field list is built from a recording in
case of UI channels or it is built from the API development object in
case of an API channel.
Removing a field from the recording or API development object
invalidates the corresponding Read Access Logging configuration. This
leads to incorrect logging.

System Response

Remove field &V1& from log group &V2& as it is invalid

How to fix this error?

Either remove the field from log group or add this field to the
corresponding recording or to the API development object.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SRAL259 - Remove field '&1' from log group '&2' as it is invalid ?

  The SAP error message SRAL259 indicates that a field is invalid and needs to be removed from a log group. This error typically arises in the context of logging or auditing configurations within SAP systems, particularly when dealing with the Security Audit Log (SAL) or similar logging mechanisms.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  A field that has been defined in a log group is no longer valid. This could be due to:
  
  The field being deleted or renamed in the underlying data structure.
  The field not being supported in the current version of the SAP system.
  The field being incorrectly configured in the log group settings.
  
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the SRAL259 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify the Invalid Field: Check the error message for the specific field (&1) and log group (&2) mentioned. This will help you pinpoint the exact issue.
  
  
  Review Log Group Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code for managing log groups (e.g., SM19 for Security Audit Log).
  Locate the log group that is causing the issue.
  Review the fields included in the log group configuration.
  
  
  
  Remove or Update the Invalid Field:
  
  If the field is indeed invalid, remove it from the log group configuration.
  If the field has been renamed or replaced, update the log group to include the correct field.
  
  
  
  Save Changes: After making the necessary adjustments, save the changes to the log group configuration.
  
  
  Test the Configuration: After making changes, test the logging functionality to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that logging works as expected.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SM19 (for configuring the Security Audit Log) and SM20 (for analyzing the Security Audit Log).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the specific version of SAP you are using. This can provide additional context or solutions.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation regarding logging and auditing to understand the implications of changes made to log groups and fields.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to SAP support or consulting with a technical expert familiar with your specific SAP environment.