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SAS® Enterprise Miner 15.3

Accessibility Conformance Report

SAS® Enterprise Miner™ (hereafter ‘the software’) streamlines the data mining process to create highly accurate predictive and descriptive models based on analysis of vast amounts of data from across an enterprise.

The software can also contain additional functionality from SAS® Text Miner. SAS Text Miner is an optional add-on to SAS Enterprise Miner, but the accessibility information in this document applies to Text Miner as well.

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WCAG 2.1 Report

Table 1: Success Criteria, Level A

CriteriaConformance LevelRemarks and Explanations
1.1.1 Non-text Content (Level A)Not Supported

Screen readers are not supported in the software. As such, non-text content will often not have sufficient text descriptions.

1.2.1 Audio-only and Video-only (Prerecorded) (Level A)Not Applicable
1.2.2 Captions (Prerecorded) (Level A)Not Applicable
1.2.3 Audio Description or Media Alternative (Prerecorded) (Level A)Not Applicable
1.3.1 Info and Relationships (Level A)Partially Supported

In the software, most content conveyed through presentation is also presented via text.

1.3.2 Meaningful Sequence (Level A)Supported
1.3.3 Sensory Characteristics (Level A)Partially Supported

In the software, most content conveyed through presentation is also presented via text.

1.4.1 Use of Color (Level A)Partially Supported

Node run or failure indication in the Process Flow diagram relies on color; however, a message indicating the success or failure of the run displays.

1.4.2 Audio Control (Level A)Not Applicable
2.1.1 Keyboard (Level A)Partially Supported

The software supports keyboard equivalents for most user actions. Exceptions:

  • Selection of required subdirectory at SAS Server directory dialog is not possible via keyboard in a standard way.
  • Column selection and setting a value for the selected cell on the data grid during data source creation is not possible via keyboard.
  • In the properties panel, scrolling within class properties is not possible.
  • No keyboard equivalents are available to invoke the expression builder dialog box to insert a formula for the transform variable node.
  • File menu is not accessible by keyboard in Open Model dialog.
  • In View Metadata dialog, the software key does not post popup menu
  • Some controls in the Text Miner Interactive window are not keyboard navigable.
2.1.2 No Keyboard Trap (Level A)Supported
2.1.4 Character Key Shortcuts (Level A)Not Evaluated
2.2.1 Timing Adjustable (Level A)Supported
2.2.2 Pause, Stop, Hide (Level A)Not Applicable
2.3.1 Three Flashes or Below Threshold (Level A)Supported

There is no content in the software flashing between 5hz and 55hz.

2.4.1 Bypass Blocks (Level A)Not Supported

Regional navigation is not supported in the software.

2.4.2 Page Titled (Level A)Not Applicable

The software is an installed software, thus does not have a page title.

2.4.3 Focus Order (Level A)Partially Supported

Focus is consistent throughout the software with some exceptions. Exceptions include but are not limited to:

  • Focus can be lost or travel in the wrong order in some areas
2.4.4 Link Purpose (In Context) (Level A)Partially Supported

There are some links where the immediate context of the link may not be clear.

2.5.1 Pointer Gestures (Level A)Not Evaluated
2.5.2 Pointer Cancellation (Level A)Not Evaluated
2.5.3 Label in Name (Level A)Not Evaluated
2.5.4 Motion Actuation (Level A)Not Evaluated
3.1.1 Language of Page (Level A)Supported

The software respects the language of the installed version and the users’ OS settings.

3.2.1 On Focus (Level A)Supported
3.2.2 On Input (Level A)Supported
3.3.1 Error Identification (Level A)Supported
3.3.2 Labels or Instructions (Level A)Supported

When user input is required, there are labels to describe what is required. This does not pertain to AT interaction. See 4.1.2.

4.1.1 Parsing (Level A)Not Applicable

The software is an installed software.

4.1.2 Name, Role, Value (Level A)Not Supported

Due to changes in interaction with the Java Access Bridge, screen readers are not supported in the software.

Table 2: Success Criteria, Level AA

CriteriaConformance LevelRemarks and Explanations
1.2.4 Captions (Live) (Level AA)Not Applicable
1.2.5 Audio Description (Prerecorded) (Level AA)Not Applicable
1.3.4 Orientation (Level AA)Not Evaluated
1.3.5 Identify Input Purpose (Level AA)Not Evaluated
1.4.3 Contrast (Minimum) (Level AA)Partially Supported

Most elements in the software have the minimum 4.5:1 contrast ratio. There are some areas where contrast does not meet the minimum requirements, however.

1.4.4 Resize text (Level AA)Supported
1.4.5 Images of Text (Level AA)Supported
1.4.10 Reflow (Level AA)Not Evaluated
1.4.11 Non-text Contrast (Level AA)Not Evaluated
1.4.12 Text Spacing (Level AA)Not Evaluated
1.4.13 Content on Hover or Focus (Level AA)Not Evaluated

was not tested against WCAG 2.1 criteria.

2.4.5 Multiple Ways (Level AA)Not Applicable

The software is complex installed software, and not a set of static pages. As such, there is explicitly only one way to do many of the paths of functionality within the software.

2.4.6 Headings and Labels (Level AA)Supported
2.4.7 Focus Visible (Level AA)Partially Supported

Visual focus is maintained through some of the software. There are areas however where visual focus is lost.

3.1.2 Language of Parts (Level AA)Not Supported

There is no method for identifying other languages in the software.

3.2.3 Consistent Navigation (Level AA)Supported
3.2.4 Consistent Identification (Level AA)Supported
3.3.3 Error Suggestion (Level AA)Supported

When errors are present, there is a description of the issue and potential corrections. Note that this does not apply to AT interaction. See 4.1.2.

3.3.4 Error Prevention (Legal, Financial, Data) (Level AA)Supported
4.1.3 Status Messages (Level AA)Not Evaluated

Table 3: Success Criteria, Level AAA

CriteriaConformance LevelRemarks and Explanations
1.2.6 Sign Language (Prerecorded) (Level AAA)Not Evaluated
1.2.7 Extended Audio Description (Prerecorded) (Level AAA)Not Evaluated
1.2.8 Media Alternative (Prerecorded) (Level AAA)Not Evaluated
1.2.9 Audio-only (Live) (Level AAA)Not Evaluated
1.3.6 Identify Purpose (Level AAA)Not Evaluated
1.4.6 Contrast Enhanced (Level AAA)Not Supported

The software does not correctly inherit OS level High Contrast themes, and there is not a built high contrast theme to compensate.

1.4.7 Low or No Background Audio (Level AAA)Not Evaluated
1.4.8 Visual Presentation (Level AAA)Not Evaluated
1.4.9 Images of Text (No Exception) (Level AAA)Not Evaluated
2.1.3 Keyboard (No Exception) (Level AAA)Not Evaluated
2.2.3 No Timing (Level AAA)Not Evaluated
2.2.4 Interruptions (Level AAA)Not Evaluated
2.2.5 Re-authenticating (Level AAA)Not Evaluated
2.2.6 Timeouts (Level AAA)Not Evaluated
2.3.2 Three Flashes (Level AAA)Not Evaluated
2.3.3 Animation and Interactions (Level AAA)Not Evaluated
2.4.8 Location (Level AAA)Not Evaluated
2.4.9 Link Purpose (Link Only) (Level AAA)Not Evaluated
2.4.10 Section Headings (Level AAA)Not Evaluated
2.5.5 Target Size (Level AAA)Not Evaluated
2.5.6 Concurrent Input Mechanisms (Level AAA)Not Evaluated
3.1.3 Unusual Words (Level AAA)Not Evaluated
3.1.4 Abbreviations (Level AAA)Not Evaluated
3.1.5 Reading Level (Level AAA)Not Evaluated
3.1.6 Pronunciation (Level AAA)Not Evaluated
3.2.5 Change on Request (Level AAA)Not Evaluated
3.3.5 Help (Level AAA)Not Evaluated
3.3.6 Error Prevention (All) (Level AAA)Not Evaluated

2017 Section 508 Report

Chapter 3: Functional Performance Criteria (FPC)

CriteriaConformance LevelRemarks and Explanations
302.1 Without Vision Not Supported

Screen readers are not supported in the software due to changes in the interaction with Java Access Bridge.

302.2 With Limited Vision Partially Supported

Users with limited vision should be able to use the software successfully, but there could be portions of the software that are difficult for them to use.

302.3 Without Perception of Color Partially Supported

Users without color perception should be able to use the software successfully, but there could be portions of the software that are difficult for them to use.

302.4 Without Hearing Supported
302.5 With Limited Hearing Supported
302.6 Without Speech Supported
302.7 With Limited Manipulation Partially Supported

See WCAG 2.1.1, 2.1.2, and 2.4.3 for more details.

302.8 With Limited Reach and Strength Partially Supported

See WCAG 2.1.1, 2.1.2, and 2.4.3 for more details.

302.9 With Limited Language, Cognitive, and Learning Abilities Partially Supported

Users of a different language shouldn’t have difficulty. Users with cognitive impairments may not be as successful.

Chapter 5: Software

CriteriaConformance LevelRemarks and Explanations
502 Interoperability with Assistive Technology

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502.2.1 User Control of Accessibility Features Not Applicable

Software is not platform software.

502.2.2 No Disruption of Accessibility Features Supported
502.3 Accessibility Services

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502.3.1 Object Information Not Supported

Screen readers are not supported in the software.

502.3.2 Modification of Object Information Not Supported

Objects cannot be modified via screen readers.

502.3.3 Row, Column, and Headers Not Supported

Screen readers are not supported in the software.

502.3.4 Values Not Supported

The current values of objects are not read correctly.

502.3.5 Modification of Values Not Supported

The modification of values using assistive technology is not read correctly.

502.3.6 Label Relationships Not Supported

Inter-object labeling does not work correctly. Note that this does not pertain to objects with their own label. See. 502.3.1.

502.3.7 Hierarchical Relationships Not Supported

Hierarchical relationships are not conveyed correctly.

502.3.8 Text Not Supported

Text is not read correctly throughout the software. In addition, text attributes are not presented to assistive technology.

502.3.9 Modification of Text Not Supported

Assistive technology can not properly modify and edit all text.

502.3.10 List of Actions Not Supported

When actions can be performed on an object, possible actions are not conveyed to assistive technology.

502.3.11 Actions on Objects Not Supported

When actions can be performed on an object, input actions are not conveyed via assistive technology.

502.3.12 Focus Cursor Partially Supported

Focus order is consistent throughout most of the software.

502.3.13 Modification of Focus Cursor Supported
502.3.14 Event Notification Not Applicable

As noted in WCAG 4.1.2, there are some events in the software that do not correctly inform a screen reader user.

503 Applications

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503.2 User Preferences Not Applicable
503.3 Alternative User Interfaces Not Applicable
503.4 User Controls for Captions and Audio Description

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503.4.1 Caption Controls Not Applicable
503.4.2 Audio Description Controls Not Applicable
504 Authoring Tools

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504.2 Content Creation or Editing (if not authoring tool, enter "not applicable")

See information in WCAG section

See information in WCAG section

504.2.1 Preservation of Information Provided for Accessibility in Format Conversion Not Supported

When using the software to create content, it is not possible to make it so that output contains the information necessary for accessibility.

504.2.2 PDF Export Partially Supported

There are some accessibility information elements that will be lost when exporting output to PDF.

504.3 Prompts Not Supported

There are no prompts in the software advising the user of WCAG 2 A and AA requirements.

504.4 Templates Supported

There are provided templates (report styles) and systems in place to enable users to create output with sufficient accessibility information.

Chapter 6: Support Documentation and Services

CriteriaConformance LevelRemarks and Explanations
602 Support Documentation

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602.2 Accessibility and Compatibility Features Supported

Documentation lists accessibility issues and workarounds when available.

602.3 Electronic Support Documentation

See information in WCAG section

See information in WCAG section

602.4 Alternate Formats for Non-Electronic Support Documentation Not Applicable

All support documentation is available in an electronic version.

603 Support Services

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603.2 Information on Accessibility and Compatibility Features Supported

SAS Technical Support has information on accessibility related features of software.

603.3 Accommodation of Communication Needs Supported

SAS Technical Support works with the communication needs of users.

EN 301 549 Report

Chapter 4: 4.2 Functional Performance Statements (FPS)

CriteriaConformance LevelRemarks and Explanations
4.2.1 Usage without vision Not Supported

Screen readers are not supported in the software

4.2.2 Usage with limited vision Partially Supported

Users with limited vision should be able to use the software successfully, but there could be portions of the software that are difficult for them to use.

4.2.3 Usage without perception of color Partially Supported

Users without perception of color should be able to use the software successfully, but there could be portions of the software that are difficult for them to use.

4.2.4 Usage without hearing Supported
4.2.5 Usage with limited hearing Supported
4.2.6 Usage without vocal capability Supported
4.2.7 Usage with limited manipulation or strength Partially Supported

See WCAG 2.1.1, 2.1.2, and 2.4.3 for more details.

4.2.8 Usage with limited reach Partially Supported

See WCAG 2.1.1, 2.1.2, and 2.4.3 for more details.

4.2.9 Minimize photosensitive seizure triggers Supported

There is no content in the software flashing between 5hz and 55hz.

4.2.10 Usage with limited cognition, language or learning Partially Supported

Users of a different language shouldn’t have too much trouble. Users with cognitive impairments may not be as successful.

4.2.11 Privacy Supported

User information is controlled by user and site admin team.

Chapter 5: Generic Requirements

CriteriaConformance LevelRemarks and Explanations
5.1.3 Non-visual access

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5.1.3.1 Audio output of visual information Not Applicable

Software is not a closed system, so EN 301 5.1.3.1 - 5.1.5 do not apply.

5.1.3.2 Auditory output delivery including speech Not Applicable
5.1.3.3 Auditory output correlation Not Applicable
5.1.3.4 Speech output user control Not Applicable
5.1.3.5 Speech output automatic interruption Not Applicable
5.1.3.6 Speech output for non-text content Not Applicable
5.1.3.7 Speech output for video information Not Applicable
5.1.3.8 Masked entry Not Applicable
5.1.3.9 Private access to personal data Not Applicable
5.1.3.10 Non-interfering audio output Not Applicable
5.1.3.11 Private listening volume Not Applicable
5.1.3.12 Speaker volume Not Applicable
5.1.3.13 Volume reset Not Applicable
5.1.3.14 Spoken languages Not Applicable
5.1.3.15 Non-visual error identification Not Applicable
5.1.3.16 Receipts, tickets, and transactional outputs Not Applicable
5.1.4 Functionality closed to text enlargement Not Applicable
5.1.5 Visual output for auditory information Not Applicable

Chapter 7: ICT with Video Capabilities

CriteriaConformance LevelRemarks and Explanations
7.1 Caption processing technology

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7.1.1 Captioning playback Not Applicable
7.1.2 Captioning synchronization Not Applicable
7.1.3 Preservation of captioning Not Applicable
7.1.4 Captions characteristics Not Applicable
7.1.5 Spoken subtitles Not Applicable
7.2.1 Audio description playback Not Applicable
7.2.2 Audio description synchronization Not Applicable
7.2.3 Preservation of audio description Not Applicable
7.3 User controls for captions and audio description Not Applicable

Chapter 9: Web (see WCAG 2.x section)

Chapter 11: Software

CriteriaConformance LevelRemarks and Explanations
11.5.2.3 Use of accessibility services Supported

The software does not disrupt or disable the accessibility features of the operating system.

11.5.2.4 Assistive technology Not Supported

Screen readers are not supported in the software.

11.5.2.5 Object information Not Supported

Objects are not accessible to assistive technology

11.5.2.6 Row, column, and headers Not Supported

Tables are not supported via assistive technology.

11.5.2.7 Values Not Supported

The current values of objects are not read correctly.

11.5.2.8 Label relationships Not Supported

Inter-object labeling does not work correctly. Note that this does not pertain to objects with their own label. See. 502.3.1.

11.5.2.9 Parent-child relationships Not Supported

Hierarchical relationships are not conveyed.

11.5.2.10 Text Not Supported

Text is not read correctly throughout the software. In addition, text attributes are not presented to assistive technology.

11.5.2.11 List of available actions Not Supported

When actions can be performed on an object, possible actions are not conveyed to assistive technology.

11.5.2.12 Execution of available actions Not Supported

When actions can be performed on an object, input actions are not conveyed via assistive technology.

11.5.2.13 Tracking of focus and selection attributes Partially Supported

Focus order is consistent throughout most of the software.

11.5.2.14 Modification of focus and selection attributes Partially Supported

Focus can be manipulated correctly using assistive technology.

11.5.2.15 Change notification Not Supported

As noted in WCAG 4.1.2, there are some events in the software that do not correctly inform a screen reader user.

11.5.2.16 Modifications of states and properties Not Supported

The modification of states and properties using assistive technology is not read.

11.5.2.17 Modifications of values and text Not Supported

The modification of values and text using assistive technology is not read.

11.6 Documented accessibility usage

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11.6.1 User control of accessibility features Not Applicable

Software is not platform software.

11.6.2 No disruption of accessibility features Supported
11.7 User preferences Partially Supported

There are user preferences in the software, but it does not contain the full breadth of specifics listed in this criterion.

11.8 Authoring tools

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11.8.1 Content technology

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11.8.2 Accessible content creation (if not authoring tool, enter "not applicable")

See information in WCAG section

See information in WCAG section

11.8.3 Preservation of accessibility information in transformations Not Applicable

Other than outputs, there is no method of transforming the content within the software.

11.8.4 Repair assistance Not Supported

There is no automatic or manual accessibility repair assistance in the software.

11.8.5 Templates Supported

There are provided templates (report styles) and systems in place to enable users to create output with sufficient accessibility information.

Chapter 12: Documentation and Support Services

CriteriaConformance LevelRemarks and Explanations
12.1 Product documentation

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12.1.1 Accessibility and compatibility features Supported

Documentation lists accessibility issues and workarounds when available.

12.1.2 Accessible documentation

See information in WCAG section

See information in WCAG section

12.2 Support Services

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12.2.2 Information on accessibility and compatibility features Supported

SAS Technical Support has information on accessibility related features of software.

12.2.3 Effective communication Supported

SAS Technical Support works with the communication needs of users.

12.2.4 Accessible documentation

See information in WCAG section

See information in WCAG section