How To Fix DH112 - No search helps had to be activated

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 112

• Message text: No search helps had to be activated

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DH112 - No search helps had to be activated ?

  The SAP error message DH112 ("No search helps had to be activated") typically occurs when a search help is not available or not activated for a particular field in a data entry screen or transaction. This can happen for various reasons, such as configuration issues or missing search help definitions.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Search Help: The search help that is supposed to be linked to a field is not defined in the system.
  Inactive Search Help: The search help exists but is not activated or is not assigned to the relevant field.
  Field Configuration: The field may not be configured to use a search help.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the search help.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Search Help Definition:
  
  Go to transaction SE11 (Data Dictionary).
  Enter the name of the search help you expect to be used and check if it exists.
  If it does not exist, you may need to create it or ask your SAP administrator to do so.
  
  
  
  Activate Search Help:
  
  If the search help exists but is inactive, you can activate it in SE11.
  Ensure that the search help is properly assigned to the relevant field in the data element.
  
  
  
  Assign Search Help to Field:
  
  Check the data element associated with the field in transaction SE11.
  Ensure that the search help is assigned to the data element. If not, you can add it.
  
  
  
  Check Field Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the field is configured to use a search help in the relevant screen or transaction.
  You may need to check the screen layout or the screen painter (transaction SE80).
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the search help.
  Check the user roles and profiles to ensure they include access to the relevant search help.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the specific search help or its configuration, consult the SAP documentation or reach out to your SAP support team for assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SE11: Data Dictionary
  SE80: Object Navigator
  SE37: Function Module
  
  
  Search Help Types: Understand the different types of search helps (e.g., elementary, collective) and how they are used in SAP.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to search helps.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or development team for further investigation.