How To Fix SALV_IDA304 - Function 'Delete Filter' not possible for reference field &1

SALV_IDA304 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SALV_IDA - IDA specific messages

• Message number: 304

• Message text: Function 'Delete Filter' not possible for reference field &1

What causes this issue?

The amount or quantity field associated with the reference field is also
filtered resulting in the unavailability of the 'Delete Filter' function

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?

Remove the filter of the associated amount or quantity field. You can
then use the 'Delete Filter' function on the reference field.

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 SALV_IDA304 - Function 'Delete Filter' not possible for reference field &1 ?

  The SAP error message SALV_IDA304 indicates that the function to delete a filter is not possible for a reference field in the context of the SAP ALV (ABAP List Viewer) Grid. This typically occurs when you are trying to manipulate filters in an ALV display that involves reference fields, which are fields that reference data from another table or structure.
  
  Cause:
  
  Reference Field: The field you are trying to delete the filter for is a reference field. Reference fields are often used to display data from related tables, and certain operations on these fields may be restricted.
  Filter Restrictions: The ALV framework may impose restrictions on filtering operations for reference fields to maintain data integrity and consistency.
  Technical Limitations: There may be technical limitations in the ALV implementation that prevent certain operations on reference fields.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Field Type: Verify if the field you are trying to delete the filter for is indeed a reference field.