How To Fix DRF_FILTER020 - Referenced filter table &1 or table field &2 not found

DRF_FILTER020 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DRF_FILTER -

• Message number: 020

• Message text: Referenced filter table &1 or table field &2 not found

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DRF_FILTER020 - Referenced filter table &1 or table field &2 not found ?

  The SAP error message DRF_FILTER020 indicates that a referenced filter table or table field is not found in the context of Data Replication Framework (DRF). This error typically arises when there is an issue with the configuration of filters used in the data replication process.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Filter Table: The filter table specified in the configuration does not exist in the system.
  Incorrect Table Field: The field specified in the filter does not exist in the referenced table.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the DRF settings or the filter settings.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was transported from another system, it may not have been transported correctly, leading to missing objects.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Filter Configuration:
  
  Go to the DRF configuration and verify the filter settings. Ensure that the filter table and fields are correctly specified.
  Use transaction code DRFOUT to check the filter settings.
  
  
  
  Verify Table Existence:
  
  Check if the referenced filter table exists in the system. You