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What is basic password fallback in SAP BC-SEC - Security?


SAP Term: basic password fallback

  • Component: BC-SEC

  • Component Name: Security

  • Description: Authentication mechanism to be used in case the first authentication mechanism you configured for Single Sign-On, for example, authentication with logon tickets fails. The user is then authenticated using his or her user ID and password.


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  • Key Concepts: 
    Basic password fallback is a security feature in SAP BC-SEC Security that allows users to reset their passwords if they forget them. It is a two-step process that requires the user to enter their username and then answer a security question. If the user answers the security question correctly, they will be able to reset their password. 
    
    How to use it: 
    To use basic password fallback, users must first enable it in the SAP BC-SEC Security settings. Once enabled, users can reset their passwords by entering their username and then answering a security question. If the user answers the security question correctly, they will be able to reset their password. 
    
    Tips & Tricks: 
    It is important to choose a secure security question that cannot be easily guessed by someone else. Additionally, it is important to remember the answer to the security question as it will be required for password resetting. 
    
    Related Information: 
    For more information on basic password fallback, please refer to the SAP BC-SEC Security documentation. Additionally, there are many online resources available that provide tips and tricks for setting up and using basic password fallback.
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