How To Fix DO421 - Search help &1 is not active or does not have parameters

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DO - Dictionary: Mass activation of domains and data elements

• Message number: 421

• Message text: Search help &1 is not active or does not have parameters

What causes this issue?

An active search help can be <DS:TX.DDDOK_SHLP_TBSH>attached</> to a
data element. Here, an EXPORT parameter for the search help for the
value transport is specified in the input help.
However, a search help that does not exist as an active version, or
does not exist or has no parameters, is attached to the data element.

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?

Remove the search help attachment to the data element or make sure that
the attached search help is active or has the appropriate parameter.
Then activate the data element again.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DO421 - Search help &1 is not active or does not have parameters ?

  The SAP error message DO421 indicates that a search help (search assistance) is either not active or does not have the required parameters defined. This error typically occurs when a user tries to use a search help in a field that relies on it, but the system cannot find a valid search help to provide the necessary data.
  Causes:
  
  Inactive Search Help: The search help may not be activated in the system.
  Missing Parameters: The search help might not have the necessary parameters defined, which are required for it to function correctly.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the search help.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the data dictionary or the search help itself.
  Custom Development: If the search help is custom-developed, there may be errors in the code or logic that prevent it from executing properly.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Activate the Search Help:
  
  Go to transaction SE11 (Data Dictionary).
  Enter the name of the search help and check its status.
  If it is inactive, activate it.
  
  
  
  Check Parameters:
  
  Ensure that the search help has the necessary parameters defined.
  You can do this in SE11 by checking the definition of the search help.
  
  
  
  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.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings related to the search help in the system.
  Ensure that the search help is correctly linked to the field in question.
  
  
  
  Debugging Custom Search Helps:
  
  If the search help is custom, debug the code to identify any issues that may be causing it to fail.
  Look for any syntax errors or logical errors in the ABAP code.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details about the search help in question.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE80 (Object Navigator), SE37 (Function Module), SE24 (Class Builder).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the specific search help.
  Community Forums: SAP Community and other forums can provide insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or ABAP development team for further assistance.