How To Fix SALV_EXCEPTION221 - Filter over &3 &4 already exists (class &1 method &2)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SALV_EXCEPTION - Exception Messages

• Message number: 221

• Message text: Filter over &3 &4 already exists (class &1 method &2)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SALV_EXCEPTION221 - Filter over &3 &4 already exists (class &1 method &2) ?

  The SAP error message SALV_EXCEPTION221 indicates that there is an attempt to create a filter in an ALV (ABAP List Viewer) grid that already exists. This typically occurs when you are trying to add a filter condition that has already been defined for the same field in the ALV display.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by trying to apply a filter on a field that already has an existing filter applied. This can happen in scenarios where:
  
  The same filter is being added multiple times in the code.
  The user interface allows for the same filter to be applied more than once, leading to a conflict.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Filters: Before adding a new filter, check if a filter for the same field already exists. You can do this by iterating through the existing filters and verifying if the filter you want to add is already present.
  
  
  Remove Existing Filter: If you want to replace the existing filter, you can remove it first before adding the new one. This can be done using the appropriate methods provided by the ALV class.
  
  
  Modify Code Logic: Ensure that your code logic prevents the addition of duplicate filters. You can implement checks to see if a filter already exists before attempting to add it.
  
  
  User Interface Handling: If the error is occurring due to user actions, consider implementing validation in the user interface to prevent users from applying the same filter multiple times.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  ALV Classes: The error is related to the SALV (Simple ALV) classes in ABAP. Familiarize yourself with the methods available in the SALV classes, especially those related to filtering.
  Debugging: Use debugging tools in SAP to trace the execution of your code and identify where the duplicate filter is being added.
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation for the SALV classes to understand the methods for managing filters, such as add_filter, remove_filter, and how to check existing filters.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the SALV_EXCEPTION221 error and manage filters effectively in your ALV reports.