How To Fix DH051 - Search help & is deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DH - DD: Messages for search helps

• Message number: 051

• Message text: Search help & is deleted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DH051 - Search help & is deleted ?

  The SAP error message DH051, which states "Search help & is deleted," typically occurs when a search help that is being referenced in a program or a transaction has been deleted from the system. This can happen for various reasons, such as system upgrades, changes in configuration, or manual deletions.
  Cause:
  
  Deletion of Search Help: The specific search help that is being called in the program or transaction has been deleted from the SAP system.
  Transport Issues: If the search help was part of a transport request that was not properly imported or was deleted in the target system.
  Development Changes: Changes made in the development environment that were not properly reflected in the production environment.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Search Help: Verify if the search help is indeed deleted. You can do this by navigating to the transaction SE11 (Data Dictionary) and checking the search help name.
  Restore Search Help: If the search help is deleted, you may need to restore it from a backup or recreate it if you have the necessary specifications.
  Transport Request: If the search help was part of a transport request, ensure that the transport was successfully imported into the target system. If not, you may need to re-import the transport.
  Check Dependencies: If the search help is being used in multiple places, check for any dependencies or references that might be affected by its deletion.
  Consult Documentation: Review any documentation or change logs to understand why the search help was deleted and if it can be recreated or if an alternative can be used.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE80 (Object Navigator), SE37 (Function Module), SE84 (Repository Information System).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to search helps and their management.
  Custom Development: If the search help was custom-developed, consult with the development team to understand its purpose and how to recreate it.
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis or development team for further assistance.