How To Fix HRTMC_SEARCH201 - Field &1 cannot be used as a search field (V_T5TMCSRDEFFLD)

HRTMC_SEARCH201 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRTMC_SEARCH - Messages for HRTMC Search

• Message number: 201

• Message text: Field &1 cannot be used as a search field (V_T5TMCSRDEFFLD)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRTMC_SEARCH201 - Field &1 cannot be used as a search field (V_T5TMCSRDEFFLD) ?

  The SAP error message HRTMC_SEARCH201 indicates that a specific field (denoted as &1) cannot be used as a search field in the context of the Talent Management component. This error typically arises when there is an issue with the configuration of the search fields in the system.
  
  Cause:
  The error can occur due to several reasons, including:
  
  
  Field Configuration: The field you are trying to use as a search field may not be configured correctly in the system. It might not be marked as a valid search field in the relevant configuration tables.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or use the specified field in the search.
  
  
  Data Type Mismatch: The field may not be compatible with the search functionality due to its data type or properties.
  
  
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or enhancements in the system, they might interfere with the standard behavior of the search functionality.
  
  
  
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