How To Fix HV018 - Matchcode - field name &1 in the selection parameter is incorrect

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HV - SBF_BAPI:Messages BAPI_HELPVALUES_GET up to and incl 4.5A

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Matchcode - field name &1 in the selection parameter is incorrect

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HV018 - Matchcode - field name &1 in the selection parameter is incorrect ?

  The SAP error message HV018 indicates that there is an issue with a matchcode field in the selection parameters of a transaction or report. This error typically arises when the field name specified in the selection criteria does not correspond to a valid matchcode or is incorrectly defined.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Field Name: The field name specified in the selection parameter does not exist or is misspelled.
  Matchcode Not Defined: The matchcode for the specified field has not been defined in the system.
  Field Not Available: The field may not be available in the context of the transaction or report you are trying to execute.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the matchcode or the field.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Field Name: Verify that the field name specified in the selection parameter is correct. Ensure there are no typos or incorrect references.
  Review Matchcode Definition: Check if the matchcode for the specified field is defined in the system. You can do this by using transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) to look up the matchcode object.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the documentation or help files for the specific transaction or report to ensure that you are using the correct field names and matchcodes.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the matchcode and the related fields. This may involve checking roles and permissions in the user profile.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE80 (Object Navigator), SE37 (Function Module), and SE84 (Repository Information System) can be useful for checking matchcodes and field definitions.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the specific transaction or report you are using.
  Documentation: SAP Help Portal and other SAP documentation resources can provide additional context and examples related to matchcodes and selection parameters.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the HV018 error message in SAP.