How To Fix G_COBL_CORE020 - The search help is obsolete, see long text

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: G_COBL_CORE - General Services: Coding Block

• Message number: 020

• Message text: The search help is obsolete, see long text

What causes this issue?

An obsolete search help has been used on a user-defined subscreen of
the coding block.

How to fix this error?

Generate the user-defined
<DS:SIMG.SIMG_CFMENUORFBOXK1>subscreens</> of the coding block
(transaction
<DS:TRAN.OXK1>OXK1</> Subscreen -> Generate).
After this the current search help is used for all fields.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message G_COBL_CORE020 - The search help is obsolete, see long text ?

  The SAP error message G_COBL_CORE020 indicates that the search help being used in a particular transaction or program is obsolete. This typically occurs when the search help has been deprecated or is no longer valid due to changes in the underlying data model or configuration.
  Cause:
  
  Obsolete Search Help: The search help that is being called is no longer maintained or has been replaced by a newer version.
  Configuration Changes: Changes in the configuration of the system or updates to the SAP version may have rendered the search help obsolete.
  Custom Development: If the search help is custom-developed, it may not have been updated to reflect changes in the data structure or business logic.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check for Updates: Verify if there is a newer version of the search help available. You can do this by checking the SAP Notes or the SAP Help Portal for any updates related to the specific module or transaction.
  Use Alternative Search Help: If a newer search help is available, update the program or transaction to use the new search help.
  Modify Custom Search Helps: If the search help is custom, review the code and logic to ensure it aligns with the current data model and requirements. Update it as necessary.
  Contact SAP Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. They may provide guidance or patches to resolve the issue.
  Check for SAP Notes: Look for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error message. SAP Notes often contain fixes or workarounds for known issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to check the transaction codes associated with the search help to see if they have been updated or replaced.
  SAP Community: Engaging with the SAP Community can provide insights from other users who may have encountered the same issue.
  Documentation: Review the documentation for the specific module or functionality you are working with to understand any changes that may have occurred.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the G_COBL_CORE020 error and restore the functionality of the search help in your SAP environment.