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How To Fix DB801 - ID "&" for search help "&" is not allowed here


DB801 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

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

  • Message number: 801

  • Message text: ID "&" for search help "&" is not allowed here

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  • What causes this issue?

    The specified matchcode ID "&V1&" for the matchcode object "&V2&" is
    not permitted for sequential reading using logical databases.
    (Technical information: Matchcode ID has update type "K".)

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

    System Response

    Input rejected.

    How to fix this error?

    Choose a different matchcode ID.

    Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.


DB801 - Details

  • The SAP error message DB801 with the description "Search help '&' is not allowed here" typically occurs when a search help is being invoked in a context where it is not permitted. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when a search help is not defined for a particular field or when the field is not configured to use that search help.
    
    Cause: Search Help Not Assigned: The search help you are trying to use is not assigned to the field in the data dictionary. Field Configuration: The field may not be configured to allow search helps, or the search help is not compatible with the field type. Context Restrictions: The context in which you are trying to use the search help may not allow it (e.g., certain screens or transactions). Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the search help.
    Solution: Check Search Help Assignment: Go to the Data Dictionary (transaction

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