How To Fix 1X182 - Generating filter &1. Display only

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 1X - General hierarchy maintenance tool message

• Message number: 182

• Message text: Generating filter &1. Display only

What causes this issue?

You want to change a filter (a view of a structure) or a test plan, but
it is being generated by the system. You cannot change the filter until
generation has finished.

System Response

The filter change is cancelled

How to fix this error?

Try again in a few minutes.
In rare cases, when a test plan generation is cancelled, this message
may still be sent hours later In this case, reset the generation lock
manually, under 'Utilities -> Unlock Filter Generation' in the
transaction 'STWB_2'.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 1X182 - Generating filter &1. Display only ?

  The SAP error message 1X182, which states "Generating filter &1. Display only," typically occurs when there is an issue with the generation of a filter in the context of SAP reporting or data extraction. This error can arise in various scenarios, such as when working with queries, reports, or data models.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to generate or modify the filter.
  Data Model Restrictions: The data model or query may be set to display-only mode, preventing any changes to the filter.
  Technical Issues: There may be underlying technical issues with the SAP system, such as inconsistencies in the data model or configuration problems.
  Filter Configuration: The filter may be incorrectly configured or may reference fields that are not available or not allowed for modification.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the appropriate authorizations to create or modify filters. This can be done by reviewing the user's roles and permissions in the SAP system.
  Review Data Model Settings: Check the settings of the data model or query to ensure that it is not set to display-only mode. If it is, you may need to change the settings to allow modifications.
  Technical Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis or technical support team to investigate any underlying technical issues.
  Filter Configuration Review: Review the filter configuration to ensure that it is set up correctly and that all referenced fields are valid and accessible.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions to common problems.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for the specific module or functionality you are working with to understand the expected behavior and configuration options.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  If the problem continues after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to provide more context about the specific scenario in which the error occurs, as this can help in diagnosing the issue more accurately.