How To Fix AFWCH_FL036 - The filter exists in combinations & - Display only

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AFWCH_FL - AFWCH: Filter Messages

• Message number: 036

• Message text: The filter exists in combinations & - Display only

What causes this issue?

The filter is currently being used in a combination.

System Response

Deletion is not possible.

How to fix this error?

Remove the entry from the filter combination first.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AFWCH_FL036 - The filter exists in combinations & - Display only ?

  The SAP error message AFWCH_FL036, which states "The filter exists in combinations & - Display only," typically occurs in the context of SAP's Advanced Filter functionality, particularly when working with data in the SAP system that involves filtering or selection criteria.
  
  Cause:
  This error message indicates that the filter you are trying to use is already defined in a way that restricts it to "Display only" mode. This usually happens when:
  
  The filter is set up in a way that it cannot be modified or changed.
  The filter is part of a predefined set of combinations that do not allow for alterations.
  You may be trying to apply a filter that is not permitted due to system settings or user permissions.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can try the following steps:
  
  
  Check Filter Settings: Review the filter settings to ensure that you are not trying to modify a filter that is meant to be read-only. If you