How To Fix SEEF_BADI133 - Comparator is invalid (limited filter use)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SEEF_BADI - Messages on BAdIs

• Message number: 133

• Message text: Comparator is invalid (limited filter use)

What causes this issue?

In the BAdI definition &V1&, the property "Limited Filter Use" is set.
Therefore, in the BAdI definition, at most one filter may be defined;
the filter combinations of the corresonding BAdI implementations can, as
a result, only consist of one filter each.
In addition, there are further restrictions for the filter expressions
in all the corresponding BAdI implementations.
o,,At least one filter combination must be specified.
o,,As comparator in filter values, only the equals sign '=' is allowed.
o,,AND links are not possible.
One of these conditions was violated for the BAdI implementation &V2&.

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

System Response

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SEEF_BADI133 - Comparator is invalid (limited filter use) ?

  The SAP error message SEEF_BADI133, which states "Comparator is invalid (limited filter use)," typically occurs when there is an issue with the filter criteria used in a Business Add-In (BADI) implementation. This error is often related to the use of comparison operators in the filter settings that are not supported or are incorrectly defined.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Comparator: The error usually arises when the filter criteria defined for the BADI implementation includes a comparator (like =, <>, >, <, etc.) that is not valid for the data type of the field being compared.
  Data Type Mismatch: If the data type of the field being filtered does not support the specified comparator, this error can occur.
  Limited Filter Use: Some BADIs have restrictions on the types of filters that can be applied, and using unsupported comparators can trigger this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Filter Criteria: Review the filter criteria defined for the BADI implementation. Ensure that the comparators used are valid for the data types of the fields being compared.
  Use Supported Comparators: Refer to the documentation for the specific BADI to understand which comparators are supported. Adjust the filter criteria accordingly.
  Data Type Validation: Ensure that the data types of the fields in the filter criteria match the expected data types. If there is a mismatch, correct it.
  Test with Simple Filters: If you are unsure about the validity of the filters, start with simple filters and gradually add complexity to identify which specific filter is causing the issue.
  Consult SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes or documentation that may provide additional insights or updates regarding the BADI in question.
  
  Related Information:
  
  BADI Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for the specific BADI you are working with to understand its filter capabilities and limitations.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums or support channels to see if others have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you can trace the execution of the BADI to see where the error is being triggered, which may provide additional context for resolving the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the SEEF_BADI133 error in your SAP environment.