How To Fix DH210 - Field &-& still being used in search help &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 210

• Message text: Field &-& still being used in search help &

What causes this issue?

You wanted to delete field &V1&-&V2& although it is still being used in
search help &V3&.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

You can only delete the field if you first delete the corresponding
search help parameter in search help &V3&.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DH210 - Field &-& still being used in search help & ?

  The SAP error message DH210 indicates that a specific field is still being used in a search help, which can prevent certain operations from being completed, such as deleting or modifying the search help or the field itself. This error typically arises when there are dependencies between the field and the search help definitions in the SAP system.
  Cause:
  
  Field Dependency: The field in question is still referenced in one or more search helps. This means that the system is unable to remove or modify the field because it is actively being used in a search help definition.
  Search Help Assignment: The field may be assigned to a search help that is still active or in use within the system.
  Data Dictionary Objects: The field might be part of a data dictionary object that is linked to the search help.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the DH210 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify the Search Help:
  
  Use transaction code SE11 (Data Dictionary) to check the search helps associated with the field.
  Look for the search help that includes the field in its definition.
  
  
  
  Modify or Remove the Search Help:
  
  If you have identified the search help that is using the field, you can either modify the search help to remove the field or delete the search help if it is no longer needed.
  To do this, navigate to the search help in SE11, and make the necessary changes.
  
  
  
  Check for Active Usage:
  
  Ensure that the search help is not being actively used in any programs or screens. If it is, you may need to update those programs or screens to remove the dependency before you can modify the search help.
  
  
  
  Transport Requests:
  
  If you are working in a development environment, ensure that any changes you make are included in a transport request if they need to be moved to a production environment.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP Basis or ABAP team for any specific guidelines related to your system version or configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE80 (Object Navigator), SE37 (Function Modules) can be useful for checking dependencies.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional context.
  Testing: After making changes, test the functionality to ensure that the error is resolved and that the search help works as expected.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the DH210 error and manage the field and search help dependencies effectively.