How To Fix FINS_ML_SDM005 - Error during transforming filter into SQL where condition

FINS_ML_SDM005 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FINS_ML_SDM - Messages for Material Ledger Silent Data Migration scenarios

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Error during transforming filter into SQL where condition

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FINS_ML_SDM005 - Details

• The SAP error message FINS_ML_SDM005 typically occurs during the transformation of a filter into an SQL WHERE condition in the context of SAP Financials, particularly when dealing with the Multi-Layered (ML) architecture or when using the SAP S/4HANA system. This error can arise due to various reasons, including issues with the filter criteria, data inconsistencies, or configuration problems.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Filter Criteria: The filter criteria specified in the query may not be valid or may not correspond to the underlying data model.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data that prevent the SQL query from being constructed correctly.
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration in the system settings or in the data model can lead to this error.
  Unsupported Data Types: The filter may be using data types that are not supported in the SQL context.
  Missing Authorizations: Lack of necessary authorizations to access certain data elements can also trigger this error.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Review Filter Criteria: Check the