How To Fix DO422 - Search help &1 does not have parameter &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 422

• Message text: Search help &1 does not have parameter &2

What causes this issue?

A search help can be <DS:TX.DDDOK_SHLP_TBSH>attached</> to a data
element. At this time an EXPORT parameter of the search help is defined
for the value transport for the input help.
The search help attached to the data element does not contain the
specified search help parameter.

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?

Enter an EXPORT parameter of the search help attached to the data
element as search help parameter. Then activate the data element again.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DO422 - Search help &1 does not have parameter &2 ?

  The SAP error message DO422 indicates that a search help (a feature in SAP that allows users to search for and select values) is missing a specific parameter. The message format is typically as follows:
  DO422 Search help &1 does not have parameter &2
  Where &1 represents the name of the search help, and &2 represents the name of the parameter that is expected but not found.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Parameter: The search help defined in the system does not include the parameter that is being referenced in the program or transaction.
  Incorrect Configuration: The search help might have been incorrectly configured or modified, leading to the absence of the required parameter.
  Changes in Data Dictionary: If there have been recent changes in the data dictionary (like adding or removing fields), it might lead to inconsistencies.
  Custom Development: If there is custom code that calls the search help, it might be expecting a parameter that is not defined in the search help.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Search Help Definition:
  
  Go to transaction SE11 (Data Dictionary).
  Enter the name of the search help (&1) and check its definition.
  Ensure that the parameter (&2) is defined in the search help.
  
  
  
  Modify Search Help:
  
  If the parameter is missing, you may need to add it to the search help definition.
  Ensure that the parameter is correctly mapped to the appropriate field in the database.
  
  
  
  Review Custom Code:
  
  If the search help is being called from custom ABAP code, review the code to ensure that it is calling the search help with the correct parameters.
  Adjust the code if necessary to match the search help definition.
  
  
  
  Transport Changes:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, check if the transport included changes to the search help or related objects. Ensure that all necessary objects are transported correctly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any relevant documentation or notes from SAP that might provide additional context or solutions for this specific error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE80 (Object Navigator), SE37 (Function Module), SE84 (Repository Information System).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the specific search help or error message.
  Debugging: If necessary, use the debugger to trace the execution and see where the error is being triggered.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or ABAP development team for further assistance.