How To Fix MEREP_00596 - Filtering is only driven by referencing SyncBO

MEREP_00596 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MEREP_00 - Basic Message

• Message number: 596

• Message text: Filtering is only driven by referencing SyncBO

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MEREP_00596 - Filtering is only driven by referencing SyncBO ?

  The SAP error message MEREP_00596 indicates that filtering in the context of a synchronization business object (SyncBO) is only driven by the referencing SyncBO. This typically occurs in scenarios involving data replication or synchronization processes in SAP systems, particularly when using SAP Master Data Governance (MDG) or SAP Data Services.
  
  Cause:
  The error arises when there is an attempt to apply filtering criteria on a SyncBO that is not properly defined or referenced. This can happen due to:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The SyncBO may not be configured correctly in the system, leading to issues in how data is filtered during synchronization.
  Missing References: The SyncBO might not have the necessary references to other business objects that are required for filtering.
  Data Model Issues: There could be issues in the underlying data model that prevent the SyncBO from being filtered correctly.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the MEREP_00596 error, consider the following steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration of the SyncBO in the