How To Fix BRAIN502 - Invalid filter on &1: Filter changed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BRAIN -

• Message number: 502

• Message text: Invalid filter on &1: Filter changed

What causes this issue?

In the case of characteristics with an active presentation hierarchy,
node restrictions are only permitted from the same hierarchy and page
restrictions.
You are trying to filter on a characteristic with active presentation
hierarchy using a node of from a hierarchy or range selection (range,
pattern search for example).
This can be done by switching the hierarchy or using the report/report
interface.

System Response

The filter is not evaluated for the characteristic, and is removed.

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BRAIN502 - Invalid filter on &1: Filter changed ?

  The SAP error message BRAIN502 indicates that there is an issue with a filter applied to a query or report in the SAP Business Warehouse (BW) or SAP BusinessObjects environment. The message states: "Invalid filter on &1: Filter changed," where &1 typically represents the name of the query or report that is being executed.
  
  Cause:
  The error can occur due to several reasons:
  
  Filter Changes: The filter criteria applied to the query have been modified or are no longer valid. This can happen if the underlying data model has changed, or if the filter values are not available in the current context.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the query may not have the necessary authorizations to access certain data, leading to invalid filter conditions.
  Data Model Changes: Changes in the data model, such as the addition or removal of characteristics or key figures, can lead to filters that are no longer applicable.
  Query Design Issues: The