How To Fix APB_FPM_CORE773 - Search Help &1 for field &2 is a collective search help; see long text.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: APB_FPM_CORE - FPM messages

• Message number: 773

• Message text: Search Help &1 for field &2 is a collective search help; see long text.

What causes this issue?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

The DDIC search help of the selected search attribute is a
<LS>collective </>search help. Not all parameters of the elementary
search helps included in the collective search help are displayed in the
F4 help for the <LS>Search Help Text Field</> field.

System Response

How to fix this error?

Please see the collective search help itself to check if the text that
you entered in the <LS>Search Help Text Field </>field is a valid text
field name. You can use transaction SE11 to do this.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message APB_FPM_CORE773 - Search Help &1 for field &2 is a collective search help; see long text. ?

  The SAP error message APB_FPM_CORE773 indicates that there is an issue with the search help configuration for a specific field in a FPM (Floorplan Manager) application. This message typically arises when the search help defined for a field is a collective search help, which means it is designed to return multiple values or options, but the system is unable to handle it properly in the context of the application.
  Cause:
  
  Collective Search Help: The search help associated with the field is a collective search help, which may not be suitable for the specific context in which it is being used.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the search help or the field itself, such as missing parameters or incorrect settings.
  Field Type Mismatch: The field type in the FPM application may not match the expected type for the search help.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the search help.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Search Help Configuration:
  
  Go to the Data Dictionary (SE11) and check the search help definition for the field in question.
  Ensure that the search help is correctly configured and that it is appropriate for the field's context.
  
  
  
  Use a Different Search Help:
  
  If the current search help is a collective search help, consider using a different search help that is not collective, or create a new search help that is more suitable for the field.
  
  
  
  Adjust Field Properties:
  
  Review the properties of the field in the FPM application to ensure that they align with the expected input for the search help.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the search help. This can be done by checking the user's roles and authorizations in the system.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If the issue persists, consider debugging the FPM application to identify where the error is occurring and gather more information about the context in which the search help is being called.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  FPM Configuration: Familiarize yourself with the FPM configuration and how search helps are integrated into FPM applications.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on handling collective search helps.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to search helps and FPM applications for best practices and troubleshooting tips.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the APB_FPM_CORE773 error and ensure that the search help functions correctly within your FPM application.