How To Fix AFWCH_FL065 - Filter & was used as a template for another filter

AFWCH_FL065 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AFWCH_FL - AFWCH: Filter Messages

• Message number: 065

• Message text: Filter & was used as a template for another filter

What causes this issue?

Other filters exist that are based on this filter. You might have to
adjust them.

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

System Response

How to fix this error?

Use <ZK>Display Attributes</> and the detail screen <ZK>Reference to
Filter</> to determine the dependent filters, and to adjust them, if
necessary.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

AFWCH_FL065 - Details

• The SAP error message AFWCH_FL065 indicates that a filter you are trying to create or modify is being used as a template for another filter. This typically occurs in the context of SAP's filter management, particularly in the area of data extraction or reporting where filters are used to define specific criteria for data selection.
  
  Cause:
  
  Template Usage: The filter you are attempting to modify or delete is currently being referenced as a template for another filter. This means that the system is preventing changes to ensure data integrity and consistency.
  Dependencies: There may be dependencies or relationships between filters that are not immediately visible, leading to this error when attempting to make changes.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Identify Dependencies: Check which filters are using the filter in question as a template. You can do this by reviewing the filter settings or configurations in the SAP system.
  Modify or Delete Dependent Filters: If you need to change the original