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Message type: E = Error
Message class: BRF - Messages for Business Rule Framework
Message number: 218
Message text: Filter value &1 for BAdI BRF_ACTION does not exist
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The SAP error message BRF218 indicates that a filter value specified for a Business Add-In (BAdI) related to BRF (Business Rule Framework) does not exist. This typically occurs when the system is trying to execute a rule or action that relies on a specific filter value that has not been defined or is not available in the system.
Cause:
- Missing Filter Value: The filter value specified in the BAdI implementation does not exist in the system. This could be due to a configuration issue or a missing entry in the relevant table.
- Incorrect Configuration: The BAdI might be incorrectly configured, leading to the system looking for a filter value that is not applicable or has been deleted.
- Transport Issues: If the BAdI was transported from one system to another, the necessary filter values may not have been included in the transport request.
Solution:
- Check Filter Values: Verify the filter values that are defined for the BAdI implementation. Ensure that the value you are trying to use is indeed defined in the system.
- Update Configuration: If the filter value is missing, you may need to create or update the configuration to include the necessary filter values.
- Review BAdI Implementation: Check the implementation of the BAdI to ensure that it is correctly set up and that it references valid filter values.
- Transport Validation: If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs to ensure that all necessary objects and configurations were included in the transport request.
- Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you can set breakpoints in the BAdI implementation to see where the error is occurring and gather more context about the missing filter value.
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