How To Fix DT923 - Changes to table & are not passed on to search help &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 923

• Message text: Changes to table & are not passed on to search help &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DT923 - Changes to table & are not passed on to search help & ?

  The SAP error message DT923 indicates that changes made to a database table are not being reflected in the associated search help. This typically occurs when the structure of the table has been modified (e.g., fields added, removed, or changed) but the search help that references this table has not been updated accordingly.
  Cause:
  
  Table Structure Changes: If you have made changes to the database table (like adding or removing fields), the search help that uses this table may not automatically recognize these changes.
  Search Help Not Updated: The search help definition may not have been regenerated or adjusted to reflect the new structure of the table.
  Buffer Issues: Sometimes, the changes may not be visible due to buffering issues in the SAP system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Update Search Help:
  
  Go to the transaction code SE11 (Data Dictionary).
  Find the search help that is associated with the table in question.
  Check the search help definition and ensure it includes the new fields or reflects the changes made to the table.
  If necessary, regenerate the search help.
  
  
  
  Rebuild Search Help:
  
  If the search help is complex or has multiple dependencies, consider rebuilding it from scratch to ensure it accurately reflects the current state of the table.
  
  
  
  Clear Buffer:
  
  You can clear the buffer to ensure that the latest changes are recognized. Use transaction code SE14 (Database Utility) to activate the table and clear any inconsistencies.
  
  
  
  Check for Dependencies:
  
  Ensure that there are no other dependent objects (like views or other search helps) that might also need to be updated.
  
  
  
  Transport Changes:
  
  If you are working in a development environment, ensure that the changes are transported to the appropriate environments (like QA or Production) and that the search help is also updated there.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SE11: Data Dictionary for managing tables, views, and search helps.
  SE14: Database Utility for managing database objects.
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on search helps and their configuration.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or additional guidance related to the DT923 error message.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the DT923 error and ensure that your search help reflects the current structure of the database table.