How To Fix DH109 - Search help & was not activated

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 109

• Message text: Search help & was not activated

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DH109 - Search help & was not activated ?

  The SAP error message DH109, which states "Search help & was not activated," typically occurs when a search help is not properly activated in the SAP system. This can happen for various reasons, such as missing configuration, incorrect settings, or issues with the search help itself.
  Cause:
  
  Search Help Not Activated: The search help may not be activated in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the search help.
  Missing or Incorrect Configuration: The search help may not be correctly configured or linked to the relevant data elements.
  Transport Issues: If the search help was transported from another system, it may not have been activated in the target system.
  
  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 selecting the "Activate" option.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the search help. This can be checked in transaction SU53 or by consulting with your security team.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Verify that the search help is correctly configured. Check if it is linked to the appropriate data elements and that all necessary parameters are set.
  
  
  
  Transport Check:
  
  If the search help was recently transported, ensure that it was successfully imported and activated in the target system. You can check the transport logs for any errors.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If the issue persists, you may need to debug the program or transaction that is calling the search help to identify any underlying issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SE11: Data Dictionary
  SE80: Object Navigator
  SU53: Authorization Check
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on search helps and their configuration.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues related to search helps.
  
  If the problem continues after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or development team for further investigation.