How To Fix DB727 - & is not a valid ID for search help "&"

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DB - Messages for logical databases and background processing

• Message number: 727

• Message text: & is not a valid ID for search help "&"

What causes this issue?

When starting a report with search help selection, you specified an
invalid ID (hot key of an associated single search help).

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?

Specify a valid ID.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DB727 - & is not a valid ID for search help "&" ?

  The SAP error message DB727 typically indicates that there is an issue with a search help ID that is being referenced in your SAP system. The message states that the specified ID is not valid for search help, which means that the system cannot find the search help definition associated with the ID you provided.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Search Help ID: The search help ID you are trying to use does not exist in the system. This could be due to a typo or because the search help has not been created or activated.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the search help.
  Transport Issues: If the search help was recently transported from another system, it may not have been properly imported or activated in the target system.
  Database Issues: There could be issues with the database that prevent the search help from being accessed.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the Search Help ID: Verify that the search help ID you are using is correct. You can do this by navigating to the search help definition in the SAP system (transaction code SE11 or SE80).
  Create or Activate Search Help: If the search help does not exist, you may need to create it. If it exists but is not active, you can activate it.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the search help. You may need to consult with your SAP security team.
  Transport Check: If the search help was recently transported, check the transport logs to ensure that it was successfully imported. You may need to re-transport it if there were issues.
  Database Consistency: If you suspect database issues, you may need to run consistency checks or consult with your database administrator.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE80 (Object Navigator) to check and manage search helps.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues related to the specific search help ID or the error message DB727.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for more details on creating and managing search helps.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.