How To Fix WES_OUTBOUND027 - Filter object &1 cannot be generated

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WES_OUTBOUND - Messages for Outbound Services

• Message number: 027

• Message text: Filter object &1 cannot be generated

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WES_OUTBOUND027 - Filter object &1 cannot be generated ?

  SAP Error Message:
  
  WES_OUTBOUND027 Filter object &1 cannot be generated
  
  Cause:
  This error occurs in the SAP Event Management (SAP EM) system when the system tries to generate a filter object for outbound processing, but the filter object cannot be created. The filter object is typically used to filter or select relevant data/events for outbound processing or integration scenarios.
  Common causes include:
  
  The filter object definition is missing or incorrectly maintained in the system.
  The filter object is not properly configured or assigned in the relevant customizing.
  The filter object depends on certain master data or configuration that is incomplete or inconsistent.
  Authorization or system inconsistencies preventing the generation of the filter object.
  The filter object logic or code (if custom) has errors or is not active.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Filter Object Configuration:
  
  Go to the customizing transaction for filter objects in SAP EM (e.g., SPRO ? Logistics Execution ? Event Management ? Outbound Processing ? Define Filter Objects).
  Verify that the filter object referenced by &1 exists and is correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Verify Filter Object Assignment:
  
  Ensure that the filter object is assigned correctly to the outbound processing scenario or integration model.
  Check if the filter object is linked to the correct event or process type.
  
  
  
  Check Master Data and Dependencies:
  
  Confirm that all required master data and configuration related to the filter object are maintained.
  For example, if the filter object depends on certain event types or business objects, verify their setup.
  
  
  
  Review Custom Code (if applicable):
  
  If the filter object involves custom code (e.g., user exits, BAdIs), check for syntax errors or runtime issues.
  Activate and test the custom code.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure the user or process generating the filter object has the necessary authorizations.
  
  
  
  System Logs and Traces:
  
  Check system logs (SM21), application logs (SLG1), and traces for more detailed error information.
  This can provide clues if the error is due to system or runtime issues.
  
  
  
  Re-generate or Re-activate Filter Object:
  
  Sometimes, re-activating or regenerating the filter object in the customizing or development environment can resolve inconsistencies.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to WES_OUTBOUND027 or filter object generation issues in SAP Event Management.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SPRO – Customizing for Event Management.
  SLG1 – Application Log.
  SM21 – System Log.
  
  
  SAP Event Management Documentation: Review the official SAP EM documentation on outbound processing and filter objects.
  Integration Scenarios: This error often appears in scenarios involving integration with external systems (e.g., SAP PI/PO, EDI, or other middleware).
  
  
  If the problem persists after these checks, consider raising a support ticket with SAP, providing detailed logs and configuration screenshots.