How To Fix ES313 - Enter the name of a search help

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ES - ABAP Workbench: Repository Information System

• Message number: 313

• Message text: Enter the name of a search help

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ES313 - Enter the name of a search help ?

  The SAP error message ES313 ("Enter the name of a search help") typically occurs when you are trying to use a search help in a context where it is required, but the system does not have a valid search help name provided. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when creating or modifying a data entry screen, or when using a function module that requires a search help.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Search Help Name: The most common cause is that the field or parameter that is supposed to use a search help does not have a valid search help name assigned to it.
  Incorrect Configuration: The search help may not be properly configured in the system, or it may not exist at all.
  Field Definition Issues: The field in the data dictionary (DDIC) may not be defined correctly to utilize a search help.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Field Configuration:
  
  Go to the Data Dictionary (transaction SE11) and check the