How To Fix AFWCH_FL012 - Error while deleting the filter attributes

AFWCH_FL012 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AFWCH_FL - AFWCH: Filter Messages

• Message number: 012

• Message text: Error while deleting the filter attributes

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AFWCH_FL012 - Details

• The SAP error message AFWCH_FL012 typically indicates that there is an issue when trying to delete filter attributes in the context of SAP Analytics Cloud (SAC) or SAP BW/4HANA. This error can arise due to various reasons, such as dependencies on the filter attributes, incorrect configurations, or issues with the underlying data model.
  Causes:
  
  Dependencies: The filter attributes you are trying to delete may be in use by other objects, such as queries, reports, or other filter settings.
  Data Model Issues: There may be inconsistencies or issues within the data model that prevent the deletion of the filter attributes.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to delete the filter attributes.
  Technical Errors: There could be a technical issue or bug in the system that is causing the error.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Dependencies: Before deleting filter attributes, ensure that they are not being used in any other objects. You can check for dependencies in the