How To Fix /SRMSMC/FND_WFL051 - Invalid filter value: &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SRMSMC/FND_WFL -

• Message number: 051

• Message text: Invalid filter value: &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SRMSMC/FND_WFL051 - Invalid filter value: &1 ?

  The SAP error message /SRMSMC/FND_WFL051 Invalid filter value: &1 typically occurs in the context of SAP Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) workflows. This error indicates that a filter value being used in a workflow is not valid or recognized by the system.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Filter Value: The filter value specified in the workflow configuration or during the execution of a workflow is not valid. This could be due to a typo, an outdated value, or a value that does not exist in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the workflow or the filters that are set up in the system.
  Data Consistency: The data being referenced may have been changed or deleted, leading to inconsistencies that result in invalid filter values.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user executing the workflow may not have the necessary authorizations to access certain data, leading to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Filter Values: Review the filter values being used in the workflow. Ensure that they are correctly defined and exist in the system.
  Review Workflow Configuration: Go to the workflow configuration settings and verify that all filters are set up correctly. Make sure that the values are valid and correspond to existing entries in the database.
  Data Validation: Check the underlying data that the workflow is trying to access. Ensure that the data is consistent and that the values being filtered on are present.
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you can trace the workflow execution to identify where the invalid filter value is being set or used.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific version of SRM you are using. There may be known issues or patches available that address this error.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. Provide them with detailed information about the error, including the context in which it occurs.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like SWI1 (Work Item Selection) or SWI2_FREQ (Work Item Selection - Frequency) to analyze the workflow instances and their statuses.
  Workflow Logs: Check the workflow logs for more detailed error messages or stack traces that can provide additional context about the error.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide guidance on troubleshooting.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the /SRMSMC/FND_WFL051 Invalid filter value: &1 error message in SAP SRM.