How To Fix DH143 - Search help parameter & as display field on selection screen w/o position

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 143

• Message text: Search help parameter & as display field on selection screen w/o position

What causes this issue?

The flag that it should appear as a display field in the dialog box for
restricting values is set for a
<DS:TX.DDDOK_SHLP_PARAMETER>parameter</> of the search help, but the
parameter was not assigned a position in the dialog box.

System Response

INCLUDE DDDOC_CANCEL

How to fix this error?

If the parameter should not appear in the dialog box, reset this flag.
Otherwise assign the parameter a position in the dialog box. Note that
positions must be assigned sequentially starting with 1 for parameters
which are to appear in the dialog box.
INCLUDE DDDOC_SHLP_HANDLE OBJECT DOKU ID TX

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DH143 - Search help parameter & as display field on selection screen w/o position ?

  The SAP error message DH143 typically occurs when there is an issue with the configuration of a search help in a selection screen. This error indicates that a search help parameter is being used as a display field without a proper position being defined for it. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  Search Help Configuration: The search help is configured to use a parameter as a display field, but the parameter does not have a defined position in the selection screen.
  Field Definition: The field in the selection screen may not be properly defined in the program or the data dictionary.
  Missing Attributes: The display field may be missing necessary attributes or settings that allow it to function correctly in the context of the search help.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Search Help Definition:
  
  Go to the transaction SE11 (Data Dictionary) and check the definition of the search help.
  Ensure that all parameters are correctly defined, especially the display fields.
  
  
  
  Adjust Selection Screen:
  
  In the ABAP program where the selection screen is defined, ensure that the display field has a proper position.
  Use the SELECTION-SCREEN statement to define the position of the display field explicitly.
  
  
  
  Modify Field Attributes:
  
  Ensure that the field attributes are correctly set in the data dictionary. This includes checking the field type, length, and any other relevant properties.
  
  
  
  Recheck the Program Logic:
  
  Review the logic in the program to ensure that the search help is being called correctly and that all parameters are being passed as expected.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the selection screen to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE80 (Object Navigator), SE37 (Function Module), SE84 (Repository Information System).
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on search helps and selection screens.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to the DH143 error message.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting the SAP Community for further assistance.