How To Fix E2361 - Possible values help only for elementary search help with sel. methods

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: E2 - DE Data Dictionary

• Message number: 361

• Message text: Possible values help only for elementary search help with sel. methods

What causes this issue?

You have requested possible entry help for a
<DS:TX.DDDOK_SHLP_PARAMETER>Search help parameter</>, a
<DS:TX.DDDOK_SHLP_COLLECTIVE>collective search help</>, or an
<DS:TX.DDDOK_SHLP_ELEMENTARY>elementary search help</> without
specifying a <DS:DE.SELMETHOD>Selection method</>.

System Response

The system cannot display possible values, because all parameter names
are equally valid.

How to fix this error?

If you are editing a collective search help, you can assign any name to
the search help parameters. If, on the other hand, you are editing an
elementary search help, you should fill the selection method field. The
possible values help for the search help then displays the fields of
the selection method (as well as any <DS:TX.DDDOK_TEXTTABELLE>text
table</>).

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message E2361 - Possible values help only for elementary search help with sel. methods ?

  The SAP error message E2361, which states "Possible values help only for elementary search help with selection methods," typically occurs when you are trying to use a search help that is not compatible with the context in which it is being called. This error is often related to the use of search helps in selection screens or when trying to retrieve values for fields in a dialog program.
  Cause:
  
  
  Non-Elementary Search Help: The error usually arises when a non-elementary search help (like a collective search help) is being used in a context that only supports elementary search helps. Elementary search helps are those that directly retrieve values from a single table or view.
  
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The search help might not be properly configured in the Data Dictionary (SE11) or might not have the appropriate selection methods defined.
  
  
  Field Type Mismatch: The field for which the search help is being called may not match the expected data type or structure.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Use Elementary Search Help: Ensure that the search help you are using is elementary. If you are using a collective search help, consider switching to an elementary search help that directly retrieves values from a single table.
  
  
  Check Search Help Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction SE11 and check the configuration of the search help.
  Ensure that the selection methods are correctly defined and that they point to valid database tables or views.
  
  
  
  Field Definition: Verify that the field in the selection screen or dialog program is defined correctly and matches the expected data type of the search help.
  
  
  Debugging: If you have access to the ABAP code, you can debug the program to see where the error is being triggered and check the parameters being passed to the search help.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Search Help Types: Understand the difference between elementary and collective search helps. Elementary search helps are simpler and directly linked to a single table, while collective search helps can combine multiple elementary search helps.
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE80 (Object Navigator), and SE37 (Function Module) to manage and troubleshoot search helps.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or community forums for additional insights and examples related to search helps and error handling.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the E2361 error and ensure that your search helps function correctly within your SAP environment.