How To Fix RSPLS424 - Step &1: Used filter &3 is no longer current

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSPLS - General Messages

• Message number: 424

• Message text: Step &1: Used filter &3 is no longer current

What causes this issue?

Filter &V1& is being used in the &V3& step of the planning sequence.
This is not the saved filter &V3&.

System Response

The values saved for this step are discarded.

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSPLS424 - Step &1: Used filter &3 is no longer current ?

  The SAP error message RSPLS424 indicates that a filter used in a query or report is no longer current. This typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BW/4HANA when working with queries, data sources, or InfoProviders.
  Cause:
  
  Obsolete Filter: The filter that is being referenced in the query or report has been deleted or modified in a way that it is no longer valid.
  Data Model Changes: Changes in the underlying data model, such as changes to InfoObjects, InfoProviders, or transformations, can lead to filters becoming outdated.
  Transport Issues: If the filter was transported from one system to another, it may not exist in the target system.
  Query Changes: If the query has been modified and the filter was not updated accordingly, this error can occur.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Filter Validity: Review the filters used in the query or report. Ensure that all filters are valid and exist in the current data model.
  Update Query: If the filter is obsolete, you may need to either remove it or replace it with a current filter that meets your reporting needs.
  Recreate Filter: If the filter is necessary but has been deleted, you may need to recreate it in the system.
  Transport Validation: If the issue arose after a transport, ensure that all necessary objects were transported correctly and that the target system has the same configuration as the source system.
  Check for Changes: Investigate any recent changes to the data model or query that may have affected the filter's validity.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like RSRT (Query Monitor) to analyze and test queries, and RSO2 (Manage Filters) to manage filters.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on managing queries and filters in SAP BW.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, especially if it involves complex data model changes.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RSPLS424 error and ensure that your queries and reports function correctly.