How To Fix DH101 - Check search help &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 101

• Message text: Check search help &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DH101 - Check search help & ?

  The SAP error message DH101, which states "Check search help &," typically occurs when there is an issue with the search help configuration in the SAP system. This error can arise in various contexts, such as when trying to use a search help in a selection screen or when entering data in a field that relies on a search help.
  Causes of DH101 Error
  
  Missing Search Help: The search help that is being called may not be defined in the system.
  Incorrect Search Help Assignment: The search help may not be correctly assigned to the field in the data dictionary.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the search help.
  Technical Issues: There may be technical issues with the underlying database or the search help itself.
  Custom Development: If there are custom search helps or modifications, they may not be functioning correctly.
  
  Solutions
  
  
  Check Search Help Definition:
  
  Go to transaction SE11 (Data Dictionary) and check if the search help exists.
  If it does not exist, you may need to create it or correct the reference in the field.
  
  
  
  Verify Field Assignment:
  
  Ensure that the search help is correctly assigned to the field in the relevant table or structure.
  You can check this in transaction SE11 by looking at the field properties.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the search help.
  You can check this in transaction SU53 after the error occurs to see if there are any authorization issues.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If you have access to debugging tools, you can debug the program to see where the error is occurring and gather more information about the search help being called.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any documentation related to the specific search help or the program you are working with to ensure that it is set up correctly.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists and you cannot find a resolution, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  Transaction Codes: SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE80 (Object Navigator), SU53 (Authorization Check), SE37 (Function Module).
  Search Help Types: There are different types of search helps, such as elementary search helps and collective search helps. Understanding the type being used can help in troubleshooting.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues related to search helps and the DH101 error.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the DH101 error and implement a solution.