How To Fix W8522 - Combined field restriction could not be saved

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: W8 - Workflow: Expressions, data flow

• Message number: 522

• Message text: Combined field restriction could not be saved

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message W8522 - Combined field restriction could not be saved ?

  SAP Error Message:
  
  W8522 - Combined field restriction could not be saved
  
  Cause:
  This warning message typically occurs in SAP when you try to save a combined field restriction in the authorization object or in the authorization concept, but the system cannot save it due to inconsistencies or conflicts in the combined field values.
  Common causes include:
  
  The combined field restriction you are trying to save conflicts with existing restrictions.
  The combination of field values is not allowed or violates the authorization concept rules.
  There is a mismatch or missing mandatory field values in the combined restriction.
  The system detects overlapping or redundant combined field restrictions.
  Technical issues such as database inconsistencies or authorization object configuration errors.
  
  
  Explanation:
  In SAP authorization objects, combined field restrictions allow you to define complex conditions by combining multiple field values. When these combined restrictions are saved, SAP checks for consistency and validity. If the system finds that the combined restriction cannot be logically or technically saved, it issues the W8522 warning.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check the Combined Field Values:
  
  Review the values you are trying to combine.
  Ensure that the combination is valid and allowed by the authorization object definition.
  Make sure all mandatory fields are filled correctly.
  
  
  
  Avoid Overlapping Restrictions:
  
  Check if the combined restriction overlaps with existing restrictions.
  Remove or adjust conflicting restrictions.
  
  
  
  Use the Authorization Object Documentation:
  
  Refer to the documentation of the authorization object to understand valid field combinations.
  
  
  
  Check for System or Transport Issues:
  
  Sometimes, inconsistencies arise due to transport or system issues.
  Try to re-import or re-apply the authorization changes.
  
  
  
  Debug or Check Logs:
  
  If the problem persists, debug the authorization check or check system logs (SM21, ST22) for more details.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes and Support:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes using the message number or authorization object.
  Contact SAP Support if the issue cannot be resolved.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Authorization Objects and Combined Field Restrictions:
  
  Combined field restrictions are used in roles and profiles to define complex authorization conditions.
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  PFCG - Role maintenance (where combined field restrictions are often maintained)
  SU24 - Authorization default values
  SU21 - Authorization objects
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check SAP Notes related to message W8522 or the specific authorization object you are working with.
  
  
  
  Summary:
  
  
  
  Aspect
  Details
  
  
  
  
  Error Message
  W8522 Combined field restriction could not be saved
  
  
  Cause
  Conflicting or invalid combined field values, missing mandatory fields, overlapping restrictions
  
  
  Solution
  Review and correct combined field values, avoid overlaps, check authorization object rules, consult SAP Notes
  
  
  Related Transactions
  PFCG, SU24, SU21
  
  
  Additional Help
  SAP Notes, system logs, SAP Support
  
  
  
  
  If you provide the specific authorization object or context where this error occurs, I can help you with more targeted advice.