How To Fix DH102 - Activate search help &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 102

• Message text: Activate search help &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DH102 - Activate search help & ?

  The SAP error message DH102, which states "Activate search help &," typically occurs when a search help is not activated in the system. This can happen for various reasons, such as the search help being newly created, not being assigned to the relevant data element, or it being deactivated for some reason.
  Cause:
  
  Search Help Not Activated: The search help you are trying to use has not been activated in the SAP system.
  Missing Assignment: The search help is not assigned to the relevant data element or field in the table or structure.
  Transport Issues: If the search help was transported from another system, it may not have been activated in the target system.
  Authorization Issues: Lack of necessary authorizations to access or activate the search help.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Activate the Search Help:
  
  Go to transaction code SE11 (Data Dictionary).
  Enter the name of the search help that is causing the error.
  Check if the search help is active. If it is not, activate it by clicking on the "Activate" button.
  
  
  
  Assign the Search Help:
  
  If the search help is not assigned to the relevant data element, you need to do this.
  Go to transaction SE11, find the data element, and assign the search help to it.
  
  
  
  Check Transport Requests:
  
  If the search help was recently transported, ensure that it was included in the transport request and that the transport was successful.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access and activate the search help. You may need to contact your SAP security team if you suspect authorization issues.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the specific search help or its purpose, consult the documentation or the development team for more context.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SE11: Data Dictionary
  SE80: Object Navigator
  SE37: Function Module
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to search helps.
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider debugging the program or transaction that is calling the search help to identify any additional underlying issues.
  
  If you continue to experience issues after trying these solutions, it may be helpful to consult with your SAP Basis or development team for further assistance.