How To Fix WES_FILTER003 - Application of complex filter &2 on filter object &1 terminated

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WES_FILTER -

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Application of complex filter &2 on filter object &1 terminated

What causes this issue?

The system terminated the execution of complex filter &v2& at filter
object &v1&. The following error message contains a detailed description
of the error.

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

Ensure that the customizing settings for complex filter &V2& only show
classes that implement the interface <AB>IF_WES_FILTER.</>

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WES_FILTER003 - Application of complex filter &2 on filter object &1 terminated ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message:
  
  SAP Error Message:
  WES_FILTER003
  
  Text: Application of complex filter &2 on filter object &1 terminated
  
  Cause:
  This error occurs when a complex filter applied on a filter object in SAP (often in the context of SAP Workflow, SAP Business Workflow, or SAP Enterprise Search) cannot be processed successfully. The filter object (&1) is the object on which the filter is applied, and the complex filter (&2) is the filter condition or expression that is too complex or invalid for the system to handle.
  Common causes include:  
  
  The filter expression syntax is incorrect or not supported.  
  The filter logic is too complex or contains unsupported operators.  
  The filter references fields or attributes that do not exist or are not accessible.  
  Data inconsistencies or authorization issues prevent filter evaluation.  
  System limitations or bugs in the filter processing logic.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, consider the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Filter Syntax:
  
  Verify that the filter expression (&2) is correctly formed according to SAP's filter syntax rules. Correct any syntax errors.
  
  
  Simplify the Filter:
  
  If the filter is very complex (e.g., multiple nested conditions, many logical operators), try simplifying it to reduce complexity.
  
  
  Validate Filter Object:
  
  Ensure that the filter object (&1) exists, is correctly referenced, and the fields used in the filter are valid and accessible.
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Confirm that the user or process applying the filter has the necessary authorizations to access the filter object and its fields.
  
  
  Review SAP Notes and Patches:
  
  Search for SAP Notes related to WES_FILTER003 or the specific module you are working with. There might be known issues or patches available.
  
  
  Debug or Trace:
  
  If you have development access, debug the filter application process to identify exactly where and why the filter application fails.
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the SAP documentation for the specific module or tool where the filter is applied (e.g., SAP Workflow, SAP Enterprise Search) for filter syntax and limitations.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Module Context: This error is often seen in SAP Workflow (WES = Workflow Engine Services) or in SAP Enterprise Search filters.  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on context, transactions like SWI1 (Workflow Logs), SWDD (Workflow Builder), or search configuration transactions might be relevant.  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Support Portal for notes referencing WES_FILTER003.  
  Filter Syntax: SAP filters often use a specific syntax (e.g., ABAP expressions, logical operators like AND, OR, NOT). Ensure compliance.  
  Performance: Complex filters can impact performance; simplifying filters can help both resolve errors and improve runtime.
  
  
  If you provide the exact context (e.g., which SAP module or transaction you encountered this error in), I can help tailor the solution further.