How To Fix E2357 - Search help interface to field &-& was deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: E2 - DE Data Dictionary

• Message number: 357

• Message text: Search help interface to field &-& was deleted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message E2357 - Search help interface to field &-& was deleted ?

  The SAP error message E2357, which states "Search help interface to field &-& was deleted," typically occurs when there is an issue with the search help associated with a particular field in a data entry screen or a report. This error indicates that the search help interface that was previously defined for a specific field has been deleted or is no longer available.
  Cause:
  
  Deleted Search Help: The search help that was previously linked to the field has been deleted from the system.
  Changes in Data Dictionary: Changes in the data dictionary (like modifications to the field or the associated search help) can lead to this error.
  Transport Issues: If the search help was transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production) and the transport did not include the necessary search help, this error can occur.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments that reference a search help that has been removed or altered, this can also trigger the error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Search Help: Verify if the search help associated with the field still exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the Data Dictionary (transaction SE11) and checking the search help definitions.
  Recreate Search Help: If the search help has been deleted, you may need to recreate it. This involves defining the search help again in the Data Dictionary and linking it to the appropriate field.
  Adjust Field Properties: If the field properties have changed, ensure that the search help is correctly linked to the field in the relevant table or structure.
  Transport Check: If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs to ensure that all necessary objects were included in the transport request.
  Consult Documentation: If the search help was part of a standard SAP application, consult SAP documentation or support to see if there are any known issues or updates related to that search help.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction SE11 (Data Dictionary) to check and modify search helps.
  Debugging: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider using transaction SE80 (Object Navigator) to debug the program or report that is generating the error.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide guidance on similar issues.
  Custom Development: If the error is related to custom development, review the custom code to ensure that it correctly references existing search helps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the E2357 error and implement a solution to resolve it.