How To Fix SECAUDIT049 - Filter &1 does not exist

SECAUDIT049 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SECAUDIT - Message class for security audit

• Message number: 049

• Message text: Filter &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SECAUDIT049 - Filter &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message SECAUDIT049, which states "Filter &1 does not exist," typically occurs in the context of the Security Audit Log (SAL) in SAP systems. This error indicates that the system is trying to access or reference a filter that has not been defined or does not exist in the system.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Filter Definition: The filter specified in the error message (represented by &1) has not been created or has been deleted.
  Typographical Error: There may be a typo in the filter name when it is being referenced.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the filter, leading to the perception that it does not exist.
  
  Configuration Issues: The Security Audit Log may not be properly configured, leading to issues in accessing filters.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Filter Definition:
  
  Go to transaction code SM19 (Security Audit Log Configuration).
  Check the list of filters to see if the specified filter exists. If it does not,