Method and device for reordering filters

A method and a device for data processing in a communication network are provided, said method comprising the steps of (iat least one filter applicable for a first type of connection is provided prior to at least one filter applicable for a second type of connection;and (ii) the order of the at least on filter applicable for the first type of connection and the at least one filter applicable for the second type of connection is inverted in case the number of filters required for the second type of connection increases.