How To Fix XBP_EXT014 - Determine 'Filter' first

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: XBP_EXT - XBP Extension

• Message number: 014

• Message text: Determine 'Filter' first

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message XBP_EXT014 - Determine 'Filter' first ?

  The SAP error message XBP_EXT014: "Determine 'Filter' first" typically occurs in the context of SAP's background processing, particularly when using the SAP Business Process Management (BPM) or SAP Business Workflow. This error indicates that the system is unable to determine the necessary filter criteria for a specific operation or task.
  Cause:
  The error usually arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Filter Criteria: The filter criteria required for the operation have not been defined or are incomplete.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the background job or workflow that is trying to execute.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the job may not have the necessary authorizations to access the required data or execute the operation.
  Technical Issues: There could be underlying technical issues, such as problems with the database or the application server.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the XBP_EXT014 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Filter Criteria:
  
  Ensure that the filter criteria for the job or workflow are correctly defined. This may involve reviewing the job definition or workflow configuration to ensure all necessary parameters are set.
  
  
  
  Review Job Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction SM37 (Job Monitoring) and check the job logs for any additional error messages or warnings that might provide more context.
  If the job is part of a workflow, check the workflow definition in transaction SWDD (Workflow Builder) to ensure that all necessary steps and filters are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Verify that the user executing the job has the necessary authorizations. You can check this using transaction SU53 to see if there are any authorization failures.
  
  
  
  Technical Troubleshooting:
  
  If the issue persists, consider checking the system logs (transaction SM21) for any related errors or warnings.
  You may also want to check the database for any inconsistencies or issues that could be affecting the job execution.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific transaction or process you are working with. There may be specific guidelines or known issues that can help you resolve the error.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue with the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance. Provide them with detailed information about the error, including any relevant logs or configurations.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SM37 (Job Monitoring), SWDD (Workflow Builder), SU53 (Authorization Check), SM21 (System Log).
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for documentation related to background processing and workflows.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the XBP_EXT014 error in your SAP system.