How To Fix DH148 - Definition of index ID & without base table for search help parameter &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 148

• Message text: Definition of index ID & without base table for search help parameter &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DH148 - Definition of index ID & without base table for search help parameter & ?

  The SAP error message DH148 indicates that there is an issue with the definition of an index in the context of a search help parameter. Specifically, it suggests that an index is defined without a corresponding base table, which is necessary for the search help to function correctly.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Base Table: The index ID specified in the error message does not have an associated base table defined in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be a misconfiguration in the search help definition where the index is referenced without a valid base table.
  Transport Issues: If the search help or index was transported from another system, it might not have been transported correctly, leading to missing definitions.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Index Definition:
  
  Go to transaction SE11 (Data Dictionary) and check the index definition for the specified index ID.
  Ensure that the index is correctly defined and linked to a valid base table.
  
  
  
  Review Search Help Configuration:
  
  Navigate to transaction SE80 (Object Navigator) or SE11 and check the search help definition.
  Ensure that the search help parameter is correctly configured to reference the appropriate base table and index.
  
  
  
  Create or Modify Index:
  
  If the index does not exist or is incorrectly defined, you may need to create a new index or modify the existing one to ensure it has a valid base table.
  
  
  
  Transport Check:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs to ensure that all necessary objects were included and correctly transported.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to search helps and index definitions for any specific guidelines or known issues.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the search help functionality to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SE11: Data Dictionary
  SE80: Object Navigator
  SE84: Repository Information System
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Community Forums: Consider searching or posting in SAP community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the DH148 error message in SAP.