How To Fix DT293 - Field & with reference type: Value help with search help not possible

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DT - Table activation (incl. indexes)

• Message number: 293

• Message text: Field & with reference type: Value help with search help not possible

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DT293 - Field & with reference type: Value help with search help not possible ?

  The SAP error message DT293, which states "Field & with reference type: Value help with search help not possible," typically occurs when there is an issue with the value help (F4 help) for a specific field in a data entry screen or transaction. This error indicates that the system is unable to provide a list of valid values for the specified field due to a missing or improperly configured search help.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Search Help: The field may not have an associated search help defined in the Data Dictionary (SE11).
  Incorrect Configuration: The search help may be incorrectly configured or not activated.
  Field Type Mismatch: The field type may not match the expected data type for the search help.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the search help.
  Custom Development: If the field is part of a custom development, the associated search help may not have been implemented correctly.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Search Help Assignment:
  
  Go to transaction SE11 (Data Dictionary).
  Check if the field in question has an associated search help.
  If not, you may need to create or assign a search help to the field.
  
  
  
  Review Search Help Configuration:
  
  If a search help exists, ensure it is correctly configured and activated.
  Check the search help parameters and ensure they are set up to return the expected values.
  
  
  
  Field Type Verification:
  
  Verify that the field type in the database table matches the expected type in the search help.
  If there is a mismatch, you may need to adjust the field definition or the search help.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the search help.
  Check the user roles and profiles to confirm that they include access to the relevant search help.
  
  
  
  Debugging Custom Code:
  
  If the field is part of a custom program or enhancement, review the code to ensure that the search help is being called correctly.
  Use transaction SE80 or SE37 to analyze the custom code and make necessary adjustments.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific transaction or field to see if there are known issues or additional configuration steps required.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE80 (Object Navigator), SE37 (Function Module).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues related to the specific field or transaction.
  Debugging Tools: Use the debugger to trace the execution flow and identify where the error occurs.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or ABAP team for further investigation and resolution.