How To Fix DRF_OUTBOUND003 - Filter object &1 is not defined in Customizing

DRF_OUTBOUND003 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DRF_OUTBOUND - Messages for Outbound Services

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Filter object &1 is not defined in Customizing

Self-Explanatory Message

Since SAP believes that this specific error message is 'self-explanatory,' no more information has been given.The majority of messages in the SAP system have a message text, however this is frequently insufficient to comprehend or resolve the problem.

To make things easier, more detailed information is frequently added to describe the issue, how to fix it, and the necessary steps or configuration modifications.

Unfortunately, there isn't any extra information in this error notice.

What else can you do?

First, use our AnswerBot below to get a possible cause and solution (requires a premium subscription).

Also, review the in-depth Common Questions & Answers listed below; you could discover a solution there or be able to connect with others who have faced similar challenges.

You can also try searching the SAP support portal (support.sap.com) but you need a special user ID to access it. It is possible that an SAP support note exists that provides additional details about the mistake or even steps for fixing it.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DRF_OUTBOUND003 - Filter object &1 is not defined in Customizing ?

  The SAP error message DRF_OUTBOUND003 indicates that a filter object specified in the Data Replication Framework (DRF) is not defined in the Customizing settings. This typically occurs when you are trying to set up or execute a data replication scenario, and the system cannot find the necessary filter object configuration.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Filter Object Configuration: The filter object you are trying to use has not been defined in the Customizing settings of the Data Replication Framework.
  Incorrect Filter Object Name: There may be a typo or incorrect naming in the filter object you are trying to use.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was transported from another system, the filter object might not have been included in the transport request.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Define the Filter Object:
  
  Go to the Customizing settings in SAP (transaction code SPRO).
  Navigate to the Data Replication Framework settings.
  Check the configuration for filter objects and ensure that the required filter object is defined.
  If it is not