How To Fix XW212 - View &1: Invalid selection condition: Field &2 - &3 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: XW - DART - Data Retention Tool

• Message number: 212

• Message text: View &1: Invalid selection condition: Field &2 - &3 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message XW212 - View &1: Invalid selection condition: Field &2 - &3 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message XW212 indicates that there is an issue with a selection condition in a view. Specifically, the error message states that a field specified in the selection condition does not exist in the view. Here’s a breakdown of the components of the error message:
  
  View &1: This indicates the name of the view where the error occurred.
  Field &2 - &3: This specifies the field that is causing the issue, where &2 is the field name and &3 may refer to additional details about the field (like its data element or domain).
  
  Cause
  The error can occur due to several reasons:
  
  Field Name Typo: There may be a typo in the field name specified in the selection condition.
  Field Not Included in the View: The field may not be part of the view definition. This can happen if the view was modified and the field was removed or if the field was never included in the first place.
  Incorrect Data Element: The field might be referencing a data element that does not exist or is incorrectly defined.
  Transport Issues: If the view was transported from one system to another, there may be inconsistencies in the field definitions between the systems.
  
  Solution
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the View Definition:
  
  Go to the transaction code SE11 (Data Dictionary) and check the definition of the view mentioned in the error message.
  Ensure that the field specified in the error message is indeed part of the view.
  
  
  
  Verify Field Names:
  
  Double-check the spelling of the field name in the selection condition. Make sure it matches exactly with the field names defined in the view.
  
  
  
  Modify the Selection Condition:
  
  If the field is not part of the view, you may need to modify the selection condition to use a valid field that exists in the view.
  
  
  
  Check for Transport Issues:
  
  If the view was recently transported, ensure that all related objects (like tables and fields) are also present in the target system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the field's existence or its purpose, consult the relevant documentation or reach out to a functional consultant who is familiar with the view.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If necessary, you can use debugging tools to trace the execution and see where the error is being triggered.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  Transaction Codes: SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE80 (Object Navigator), SE37 (Function Module), SE38 (ABAP Editor).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues related to the specific view or field.
  SAP Community: You can also search or ask questions in the SAP Community forums for additional insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.