How To Fix CE108 - You should only enter search rules when accessing tables

CE108 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CE - CAPP messages

• Message number: 108

• Message text: You should only enter search rules when accessing tables

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CE108 - Details

• The SAP error message CE108, which states "You should only enter search rules when accessing tables," typically occurs when a user attempts to access a database table in a way that is not allowed or when the input parameters do not meet the expected criteria for a table access.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Access Method: The error often arises when a user tries to access a table directly without specifying the necessary search criteria or rules. In SAP, certain transactions or reports require specific search parameters to retrieve data efficiently.
  Missing Search Criteria: If the user does not provide any search criteria when trying to access a table, the system may throw this error to prevent unnecessary data retrieval.
  Transaction Restrictions: Some transactions are designed to work with search rules to optimize performance and ensure that only relevant data is fetched.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Provide Search Criteria: Ensure that you are entering the appropriate search criteria when accessing the table.