How To Fix WES_FILTER012 - Filter object &1 is defined without a table or a filter

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WES_FILTER -

• Message number: 012

• Message text: Filter object &1 is defined without a table or a filter

What causes this issue?

You have defined the filter object &v1& without a table or a filter.

System Response

You cannot use filters for filter object &v2&. An initial data transfer
is not possible. The system transfers all changed or manually requested
objects.

How to fix this error?

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

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WES_FILTER012 - Filter object &1 is defined without a table or a filter ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message:
  
  SAP Error Message:
  WES_FILTER012: Filter object &1 is defined without a table or a filter
  
  Cause:
  This error occurs when a filter object in the SAP system (often related to Web Dynpro, Web Services, or other filter configurations) is defined but lacks an associated table or filter criteria. Essentially, the system expects the filter object to be linked to a database table or a filter condition, but this linkage is missing or incomplete.
  Common scenarios include:
  
  A filter object created in a Web Dynpro component or Web Service configuration without specifying the underlying table or filter condition.
  Incomplete or incorrect filter definition in the configuration or coding.
  Missing or incorrect metadata assignment for the filter object.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to ensure that every filter object is properly defined with an associated table or filter condition.
  Steps to fix:
  
  
  Check Filter Object Definition:
  
  Go to the place where the filter object is defined (e.g., Web Dynpro component, Web Service configuration, or filter setup).
  Verify that the filter object has a valid table or filter condition assigned.
  
  
  
  Assign Table or Filter:
  
  If the filter object is missing a table, assign the correct database table or view that the filter should apply to.
  If the filter object requires a filter condition, define the filter criteria properly.
  
  
  
  Review Metadata:
  
  Ensure that the metadata for the filter object is complete and consistent.
  If the filter object is generated from a data source or service, regenerate or refresh the metadata.
  
  
  
  Check Custom Code:
  
  If the filter object is manipulated or created dynamically in ABAP or Web Dynpro code, verify that the code correctly assigns the table or filter.
  
  
  
  Transport and Activation:
  
  After corrections, activate the changes and transport them if necessary.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  This error is often seen in Web Dynpro ABAP applications or Enterprise Services where filters are used to restrict data sets.
  The message class WES_FILTER relates to filter handling in Web Dynpro or Web Services.
  Proper filter definition is crucial for performance and correctness of data retrieval.
  Refer to SAP Notes or documentation related to Web Dynpro filter configuration for more detailed guidance.
  If the problem persists, check for OSS notes or SAP Support for patches or known issues.
  
  
  If you provide the context where this error occurs (e.g., during Web Dynpro application runtime, service consumption, or filter configuration), I can give more specific guidance.