How To Fix AUT121 - Filter Table Not Current

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AUT - Messages for Enhancement for Audit Trails

• Message number: 121

• Message text: Filter Table Not Current

What causes this issue?

It is recommended that you copy the configuration for long text deletion
to the filter table (<AB>STXXFILTER</>).

System Response

If the long text deletion configuration is saved without comparison of
the filter tables, then the previous settings for the filter table for
logging long text changes are used. In this case too many long texts
could be logged.
Comparison of the filter table with the configuration is recommended.
If the filter table is empty (Menu: Goto -> Delete Filter Table), then
all long text changes are logged. This leads to increased data load on
the database, and to decreased performance. This setting is recommended
if you want to log all long texts.

How to fix this error?

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

Procedure for System Administrators

After filter table comparison and saving the data, the system and all
its application servers must be restarted.
Always ensure that the target system is restarted when the changes have
been successfully imported to the target system.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AUT121 - Filter Table Not Current ?

  The SAP error message AUT121, which states "Filter Table Not Current," typically occurs in the context of authorization checks within the SAP system. This error indicates that the filter table used for authorization checks is not up to date, which can lead to issues in user access and permissions.
  Cause:
  
  Outdated Filter Table: The filter table that is used to determine user authorizations may not have been updated after changes were made to roles, profiles, or user assignments.
  Missing Authorizations: If the filter table is not current, it may not reflect the latest authorizations assigned to users, leading to access issues.
  System Configuration Changes: Changes in the system configuration or updates to the authorization concept may require a refresh of the filter table.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Update the Filter Table:
  
  You can update the filter table by executing the transaction code SU25. This transaction allows you to adjust the authorization objects and regenerate the filter table.
  Follow the steps in SU25 to update the filter table:
  
  Go to transaction SU25.
  Select the option to update the filter table.
  Follow the prompts to regenerate the necessary entries.
  
  
  
  
  
  Check Authorization Profiles:
  
  Ensure that the authorization profiles assigned to users are correct and up to date. You may need to review and adjust user roles and profiles as necessary.
  
  
  
  Perform a Consistency Check:
  
  Use transaction SU53 to check the last authorization check for the user experiencing the issue. This can provide insights into what specific authorizations are missing.
  
  
  
  Transport Requests:
  
  If changes were made in a development environment, ensure that the relevant transport requests have been moved to the production environment, and the filter table is updated accordingly.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on resolving authorization issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU25: Update filter table.
  SU53: Display authorization check.
  PFCG: Role maintenance.
  
  
  
  Authorization Concepts: Understanding how authorizations and roles work in SAP is crucial for troubleshooting issues related to access and permissions.
  
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on authorization management and troubleshooting authorization issues.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the AUT121 error and ensure that the filter table is current and reflects the correct authorizations for users in the SAP system.