How To Fix DH302 - Type change of field &-& results in inconsistency in search help &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 302

• Message text: Type change of field &-& results in inconsistency in search help &

What causes this issue?

Table (or view) &V1& is used as <DS:DE.SELMETHOD>selection method</> in
<DS:TX.DDDOK_SHLP_ELEMENTARY>elementary search help</> &V3& (or is the
text table of the selection method). The search help has a
<DS:TX.DDDOK_SHLP_PARAMETER>parameter</> &V2& which is automatically
filled with the field of the table (or view) having the same name
during the selection. You now want to change the field type, but the
type of the field will not be compatible with the type of the
parameter.

System Response

Changing the type of the field causes a warning to be given.

How to fix this error?

Make sure that the change in the field type is also made for the
parameter of the search help. Use the maintenance transaction of the
ABAP Dictionary for the search help.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DH302 - Type change of field &-& results in inconsistency in search help & ?

  The SAP error message DH302 indicates that there is an inconsistency in the search help due to a type change of a field. This typically occurs when the data type of a field in a database table or structure has been changed, but the associated search help has not been updated accordingly. This inconsistency can lead to issues when trying to use the search help in transactions or reports.
  Cause:
  
  Field Type Change: The most common cause is that the data type of a field in a table or structure has been modified (e.g., changing from CHAR to NUMC).
  Search Help Not Updated: The search help that references this field has not been adjusted to reflect the new data type.
  Inconsistent Metadata: The metadata in the SAP system is inconsistent, leading to errors when the system tries to access the search help.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the Field Definition: Verify the current data type of the field in the relevant table or structure using transaction SE11 (Data Dictionary).
  Update Search Help: 
  
  Go to transaction SE11 and find the search help that is causing the error.
  Check the field definitions in the search help and ensure they match the current data type of the field.
  If necessary, adjust the field type in the search help to match the updated field definition.
  
  
  Activate the Search Help: After making changes, make sure to activate the search help to ensure that the changes take effect.
  Recheck Dependencies: If the field is used in multiple search helps or other objects, ensure that all related objects are updated accordingly.
  Transport Changes: If you are working in a development environment, ensure that the changes are transported to the quality and production environments as needed.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SE11: Data Dictionary
  SE80: Object Navigator
  SE37: Function Module
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on search helps and data dictionary objects for more detailed guidance.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to search helps and field type changes.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or ABAP team for further investigation, as they may have additional tools or insights to resolve the inconsistency.