How To Fix AFWCH_FL003 - Error while reading the data

AFWCH_FL003 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AFWCH_FL - AFWCH: Filter Messages

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Error while reading the data

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AFWCH_FL003 - Details

• The SAP error message AFWCH_FL003, which indicates "Error while reading the data," typically occurs in the context of SAP applications that involve data processing, such as SAP S/4HANA or SAP BW. This error can arise due to various reasons, including issues with data sources, data integrity, or configuration settings.
  Possible Causes:
  
  Data Source Issues: The data source from which the application is trying to read may be unavailable or incorrectly configured.
  Authorization Problems: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the data.
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be inconsistencies or corruption in the data being read.
  Configuration Errors: Incorrect settings in the application configuration can lead to this error.
  Network Issues: Connectivity problems between the SAP system and the data source can also cause this error.
  System Performance: High load on the system or performance issues can lead to timeouts or failures in data retrieval.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Data Source Configuration: Ensure that the data source is