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

SAP Error Message - Details

• 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 can do this by using transaction code SE11 (Data Dictionary) to look up the table.
  If the table does not exist, you may need to create it or adjust the configuration to reference an existing table.
  
  
  
  Check Field Names:
  
  Ensure that the field names specified in the filter configuration are correct and exist in the referenced table.
  Again, you can use transaction code SE11 to verify the fields in the table.
  
  
  
  Transport Issues:
  
  If the configuration was transported, check the transport logs to ensure that all necessary objects were included in the transport request.
  If objects are missing, you may need to re-transport them.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to DRF and filter configurations for any specific guidelines or known issues.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary corrections, test the configuration to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  DRFOUT: Data Replication Framework Outbound Configuration
  SE11: Data Dictionary
  SE80: Object Navigator (for checking related objects)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  Community Forums: Consider checking SAP Community or other forums for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the DRF_FILTER020 error in your SAP system.