How To Fix DO756 - Search help & is still being referenced

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 756

• Message text: Search help & is still being referenced

What causes this issue?

The search help is still being used in other objects.

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

System Response

The search help is deleted although it is still being used.

How to fix this error?

Using the environment analyzer, find out in which objects the search
help is still being used and adjust them acccordingly.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DO756 - Search help & is still being referenced ?

  The SAP error message DO756 ("Search help & is still being referenced") typically occurs when you attempt to delete or modify a search help that is currently being used or referenced in other objects, such as fields, tables, or programs. This is a safeguard mechanism in SAP to prevent the accidental removal of objects that are still in use.
  Cause:
  
  Active References: The search help you are trying to delete or modify is still being referenced by one or more database fields, programs, or other search helps.
  Dependencies: There may be dependencies in the system that prevent the modification or deletion of the search help.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify References:
  
  Use transaction code SE11 (Data Dictionary) to check where the search help is being used. You can look for references in fields, tables, or other search helps.
  You can also use transaction SE80 (Object Navigator) to search for the search help and see its usage.
  
  
  
  Remove References:
  
  If you find that the search help is being used in certain fields or programs, you will need to remove or change those references before you can delete or modify the search help.
  This may involve changing the field definitions in the relevant tables or modifying the programs that reference the search help.
  
  
  
  Check for Custom Code:
  
  If there are custom developments (like Z programs or enhancements) that reference the search help, you will need to update or remove those references.
  
  
  
  Transport Requests:
  
  If the search help is part of a transport request, ensure that the transport is not currently being processed or is not locked.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any documentation related to the search help to understand its purpose and usage in the system.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test to ensure that the search help is no longer referenced and that you can proceed with your intended modifications.
  
  
  
  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 additional guidance related to search helps and their management.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on managing search helps and understanding their dependencies.
  
  If you continue to face issues, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis or development team for further assistance, as they may have additional tools or insights into the specific configuration of your SAP system.