BRAIN_SUP003 - Filters cannot use formulas (&1) (&2 &3 &4)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BRAIN_SUP - BRAIN messages (for use by support)

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Filters cannot use formulas (&1) (&2 &3 &4)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BRAIN_SUP003 - Filters cannot use formulas (&1) (&2 &3 &4) ?

  The SAP error message BRAIN_SUP003 indicates that there is an issue with the filters being applied in a query or report, specifically that the filters cannot use formulas. This error typically arises in the context of SAP Business Warehouse (BW) or SAP BusinessObjects when working with queries in the SAP Business Explorer (BEx) or similar reporting tools.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  Invalid Filter Configuration: You are trying to use a formula or calculated field as a filter in a query. Filters are expected to be based on characteristic values or key figures, not on derived or calculated values.
  Incompatible Data Types: The data types of the filter criteria do not match the expected types for the fields being filtered.
  Query Design Issues: The query might be designed in a way that does not support the use of formulas in the filter context.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the BRAIN_SUP003 error, consider the following steps:
  
  
  Review Filter Settings:
  
  Check the filters applied in your query. Ensure that they are based on actual characteristics or key figures rather than calculated fields or formulas.
  If you need to filter based on a calculated value, consider creating a new characteristic or key figure that represents the desired calculation.
  
  
  
  Modify the Query:
  
  If you are using a BEx Query Designer, go to the query definition and modify the filters to use valid fields.
  Remove any formulas from the filter criteria and replace them with appropriate characteristic values.
  
  
  
  Check Data Types:
  
  Ensure that the data types of the filter values match the data types of the fields being filtered. For example, if you are filtering on a numeric field, ensure that the filter value is also numeric.
  
  
  
  Test the Query:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the query to ensure that it runs without errors and returns the expected results.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on using filters in queries, especially regarding the limitations of using formulas.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional context.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  Training and Resources: Consider training sessions or resources on BEx Query Designer and SAP BW to better understand how to configure queries and filters effectively.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the BRAIN_SUP003 error and successfully apply the desired filters in your SAP queries.