How To Fix BW_BICS_EQ137 - Invalid filter condition

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BW_BICS_EQ - Easy Query Messages

• Message number: 137

• Message text: Invalid filter condition

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BW_BICS_EQ137 - Invalid filter condition ?

  The SAP error message BW_BICS_EQ137 Invalid filter condition typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when there is an issue with the filter conditions applied to a query or data extraction process. This error can arise due to various reasons, including incorrect syntax, unsupported filter values, or issues with the underlying data model.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Filter Syntax: The filter condition may contain syntax errors or unsupported operators.
  Unsupported Values: The filter may reference values that do not exist in the data source or are not valid for the specified characteristic.
  Data Model Issues: There may be inconsistencies or issues in the underlying data model, such as missing attributes or hierarchies.
  Query Design Issues: The query may be incorrectly designed, leading to invalid filter conditions.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access certain data, leading to invalid filter conditions.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Filter Syntax: Review the filter conditions for any syntax errors. Ensure that the operators and values used are valid.
  Validate Filter Values: Ensure that the values used in the filter conditions exist in the data source and are appropriate for the characteristics being filtered.
  Review Data Model: Check the underlying data model for any inconsistencies or missing attributes. Ensure that all necessary hierarchies and attributes are correctly defined.
  Query Design Review: Revisit the query design in the Query Designer to ensure that all filters are correctly set up and that there are no logical errors.
  Authorization Check: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the data being queried. If not, adjust the authorizations accordingly.
  Test with Simplified Filters: Temporarily simplify the filter conditions to identify if a specific condition is causing the issue. Gradually reintroduce filters to isolate the problem.
  
  Related Information:
  
  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.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) or RSRT (Query Monitor) to analyze and troubleshoot the query and data model.
  Logs and Traces: Review application logs and traces for additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or support channels for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the BW_BICS_EQ137 error in your SAP BW environment.