How To Fix BDDISTMODEL182 - Inconsistency in filter

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BDDISTMODEL - Distribution Model Maintenance: Manual and Using API

• Message number: 182

• Message text: Inconsistency in filter

What causes this issue?

An invalid filter object type or value is used in the filter.

System Response

The filter cannot be processed. Unexpected errors may occur during
communication.

How to fix this error?

Delete the filter and create it again.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BDDISTMODEL182 - Inconsistency in filter ?

  The SAP error message BDDISTMODEL182, which indicates "Inconsistency in filter," typically arises in the context of SAP's Business Data Distribution (BDD) framework. This error suggests that there is a mismatch or inconsistency in the filter settings used for data distribution.
  Causes:
  
  Filter Configuration Issues: The filters defined for data distribution may not match the expected criteria or may be incorrectly configured.
  Data Model Changes: Changes in the underlying data model or structure can lead to inconsistencies in the filters that were previously set up.
  Transport Issues: If the filters were transported from one system to another, there may be inconsistencies due to missing or incompatible objects.
  Version Mismatch: Different versions of the data model or distribution settings across systems can lead to inconsistencies.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Review Filter Settings: Check the filter settings in the BDD configuration. Ensure that they are correctly defined and match the expected criteria.
  Recreate Filters: If the filters are found to be incorrect or inconsistent, consider deleting and recreating them to ensure they are set up correctly.
  Check Data Model: Verify that the data model has not changed in a way that would affect the filters. If changes have been made, update the filters accordingly.
  Transport Consistency: If the issue arose after a transport, ensure that all necessary objects were transported correctly and that there are no missing dependencies.
  System Synchronization: Ensure that all systems involved in the data distribution are synchronized in terms of data model versions and configurations.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like BDT (Business Data Tool) or BDT1 (for filter settings) to access and modify the relevant configurations.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common problems.
  Logs and Traces: Review application logs and traces to gather more context about the error. This can help identify the specific filter or configuration causing the issue.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation on Business Data Distribution for detailed guidance on configuring filters and understanding the data distribution framework.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.