How To Fix SWDP_HELP_CENTER012 - Delete filter before creating

SWDP_HELP_CENTER012 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SWDP_HELP_CENTER -

• Message number: 012

• Message text: Delete filter before creating

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SWDP_HELP_CENTER012 - Delete filter before creating ?

  The SAP error message SWDP_HELP_CENTER012 ("Delete filter before creating") typically occurs in the context of the SAP Web Dynpro application development environment. This error indicates that there is an attempt to create a new filter while an existing filter is still active or has not been deleted.
  
  Cause:
  The error is caused by trying to create a new filter in the Web Dynpro application when there is already an existing filter that has not been removed. In the context of SAP, filters are used to limit the data displayed or processed based on certain criteria. If a filter is already applied, the system does not allow the creation of a new one until the existing filter is deleted.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to delete the existing filter before attempting to create a new one. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the Filter Settings: Navigate to the area in the SAP