How To Fix ECH_PLA_CUSTOM012 - No input help is available for attribute &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ECH_PLA_CUSTOM -

• Message number: 012

• Message text: No input help is available for attribute &1

What causes this issue?

There can be several reasons for the missing input help.
The class defined in the definition of the attribute does not provide
input help.
No DDIC entries were made in the definition of the attribute.
The DDIC entries refer to a field without input help.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Use the Customizing activity <DS:SIMG.ECHVC_PLA_ATTRIB>Define Attributes
for Payload</> to adjust the definition of the attribute.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ECH_PLA_CUSTOM012 - No input help is available for attribute &1 ?

  The SAP error message ECH_PLA_CUSTOM012 indicates that there is no input help available for a specific attribute in the context of a particular application or transaction. This typically occurs when the system is unable to provide a list of valid values for a field, which can hinder user input.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Input Help Configuration: The attribute in question may not have been configured to provide input help (also known as value help) in the system.
  Custom Development Issues: If the attribute is part of a custom development (like a custom program or enhancement), the input help may not have been implemented correctly.
  Data Dictionary Issues: The data element associated with the attribute may not have an associated domain or value table that provides the input help.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the input help for that attribute.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Input Help Configuration:
  
  Go to the Data Dictionary (transaction SE11) and check the data element associated with the attribute. Ensure that it has a valid domain and that the input help is configured correctly.
  If the input help is missing, you may need to create or modify it.
  
  
  
  Review Custom Code:
  
  If the attribute is part of a custom development, review the code to ensure that the input help is implemented. This may involve checking the relevant function modules or methods that provide the input help.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the input help. This can be checked in transaction SU53 or by consulting with your security team.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any available documentation for the specific application or module to see if there are known issues or additional configuration steps required.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists and you cannot find a resolution, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance. Provide them with the error message details and any relevant context.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE80 (Object Navigator), SU53 (Authorization Check).
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide guidance on input help configuration.
  User Forums: Check SAP Community forums or other user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.