How To Fix FINS_GEN_UTILS003 - Search help "&1" does not exist or is not elementary

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FINS_GEN_UTILS - FINS General Utilities

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Search help "&1" does not exist or is not elementary

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FINS_GEN_UTILS003 - Search help "&1" does not exist or is not elementary ?

  The SAP error message FINS_GEN_UTILS003 indicates that the search help you are trying to use does not exist or is not defined as an elementary search help. This can occur in various scenarios, particularly when working with data entry fields that rely on search helps for user input.
  Cause:
  
  Non-existent Search Help: The search help specified in the field is not defined in the SAP system.
  Not Elementary: The search help exists but is not marked as elementary. Elementary search helps are those that can be used directly in input fields, while collective search helps are a combination of multiple elementary search helps.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the search help.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the search help in the relevant data dictionary objects.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Search Help Definition:
  
  Go to transaction SE11 (Data Dictionary).
  Enter the name of the search help you are trying to use and check if it exists.
  If it does not exist, you may need to create it or correct the reference in the field.
  
  
  
  Verify Search Help Type:
  
  If the search help exists, check if it is marked as elementary. You can do this in the search help definition screen.
  If it is not elementary, you may need to create an elementary search help or modify the existing one.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the search help. This can be checked in transaction SU53 or by consulting with your security team.
  
  
  
  Review Field Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration of the field where the search help is being used. Ensure that the correct search help is assigned to the field in the relevant screen or program.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If the issue persists, you may need to debug the program to see how the search help is being called and if there are any additional issues in the code.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific search help or transaction you are working with for any known issues or additional configuration steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Elementary vs. Collective Search Helps: Understanding the difference between these two types of search helps is crucial. Elementary search helps can be used directly, while collective search helps are used to group multiple elementary search helps.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE80 (Object Navigator), and SE37 (Function Module) for further investigation.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the specific search help or transaction.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution. If the problem persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.