How To Fix /AIF/MES136 - Check the where condition field; &1 is not a valid operator

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /AIF/MES -

• Message number: 136

• Message text: Check the where condition field; &1 is not a valid operator

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /AIF/MES136 - Check the where condition field; &1 is not a valid operator ?

  The SAP error message /AIF/MES136 Check the where condition field; &1 is not a valid operator typically occurs in the context of the Application Interface Framework (AIF) when there is an issue with the WHERE condition specified in a filter or selection criteria. This error indicates that the operator used in the WHERE condition is not recognized or is invalid.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Operator: The operator specified in the WHERE condition is not one of the valid operators recognized by the AIF. Common valid operators include =, <>, >, <, >=, <=, LIKE, etc.
  Typographical Error: There may be a typo in the operator name, leading to it being unrecognized.
  Unsupported Syntax: The syntax used in the WHERE condition may not be supported by the AIF or the underlying database.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the AIF or the specific interface being used.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the WHERE Condition: Review the WHERE condition specified in the AIF configuration. Ensure that all operators used are valid and correctly spelled.
  Use Supported Operators: Replace any invalid operators with supported ones. Refer to the AIF documentation or the database documentation for a list of valid operators.
  Test the Condition: If possible, test the WHERE condition in a simpler query or in the database directly to ensure it works as expected.
  Review Documentation: Consult the SAP AIF documentation for guidelines on how to properly format WHERE conditions and the operators that are supported.
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider enabling debugging or logging in AIF to get more detailed information about the error and the context in which it occurs.
  Consult SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP AIF Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for the Application Interface Framework for detailed information on configuring interfaces and using WHERE conditions.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found.
  SAP Support: If the problem cannot be resolved, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance, providing them with the error details and the context in which it occurs.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the error message /AIF/MES136.