How To Fix D4036 - No valid search pattern specified

D4036 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: D4 - DB2/400 specific messages

• Message number: 036

• Message text: No valid search pattern specified

What causes this issue?

Specified search pattern contains only '*' or ' '.
'*' for all columns offerd to search would mean that all data matchs
the criteria, This does not make sense in a search.
' ' for all columns offered would mean to search for a record
containing only blanks. Such a record is not to be found in the file
accessed.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message D4036 - No valid search pattern specified ?

  The SAP error message D4036, "No valid search pattern specified," typically occurs when a search operation is attempted without providing a valid search criterion or pattern. This can happen in various contexts within SAP, such as when using search functions in reports, transaction codes, or other areas where data retrieval is required.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Input: The user did not enter any search criteria in the search fields.
  Invalid Input: The input provided does not match the expected format or is not recognized by the system.
  Field Restrictions: Certain fields may have restrictions on the type of data that can be entered, and the input does not comply with these restrictions.
  Technical Issues: There may be underlying technical issues or bugs in the SAP system that prevent the search from being executed properly.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Input Fields: Ensure that all required search fields are filled out correctly. Make sure to provide valid and complete search criteria.
  Use Wildcards: If