How To Fix PPEFILT017 - The access has changed; if necessary, please save filter &4 again

PPEFILT017 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PPEFILT - iPPE-Workbench Filter

• Message number: 017

• Message text: The access has changed; if necessary, please save filter &4 again

What causes this issue?

The access object for &v1&, &v2& and &v3& was changed or created again.
However, the filter &v4& still contains the old or no access object.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

If you want to update the filter &v4&, please save the filter again.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PPEFILT017 - The access has changed; if necessary, please save filter &4 again ?

  The SAP error message PPEFILT017 indicates that the access to a filter has changed, and it suggests that you may need to save the filter again. This typically occurs in the context of using filters in SAP applications, particularly in the context of reporting or data selection.
  
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Changes: The user’s authorization to access certain data or objects may have changed, which can affect the filters that were previously saved.
  Data Model Changes: Changes in the underlying data model or structure (like changes in tables, fields, or relationships) can lead to filters becoming invalid or inaccessible.
  Session Issues: Sometimes, session-related issues or timeouts can cause filters to lose their context or access rights.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Re-save the Filter: Follow the prompt in the error message and try to save the filter again. This may refresh the access rights and allow the filter to work correctly.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access the