How To Fix IDCFM_FRIM_MSG027 - Search help has not been defined for selection parameter "&1"

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IDCFM_FRIM_MSG - Message Class for Impairment (France)

• Message number: 027

• Message text: Search help has not been defined for selection parameter "&1"

What causes this issue?

A search help or a data element has not been defined for custom
selection parameter "&V1&" (parameter set: &V2&; selection parameter ID:
&V3&).

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

System Response

How to fix this error?

To provide input help for selection parameter "&V1&", you must assign a
search help and a data element that is used in the search help to the
selection parameter. You make this setting in Customizing for
<LS>Financial Supply Chain Management </>under <LS>Treasury and Risk
Management -> Transaction Manager -> Country-Specific Functions ->
France -> Impairment -> Define Selection Parameters for Impairment
Report.</>

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IDCFM_FRIM_MSG027 - Search help has not been defined for selection parameter "&1" ?

  The SAP error message IDCFM_FRIM_MSG027 indicates that a search help has not been defined for a selection parameter in a specific context. This typically occurs when a user tries to use a search help (a feature that allows users to search for and select values) for a field that does not have an associated search help defined in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Search Help: The most common cause is that the field in question does not have a search help defined in the data dictionary (DDIC).
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration for the field may be incorrect, leading to the system not recognizing the search help.
  Custom Development: If the field is part of a custom development, the search help may not have been implemented or activated.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Define Search Help:
  
  If you have access to the SAP system and the necessary authorizations, you can define a search help for the parameter in question.
  Go to transaction SE11 (Data Dictionary) and create a new search help or modify an existing one to include the required field.
  
  
  
  Assign Search Help:
  
  After creating the search help, you need to assign it to the relevant field in the data element or domain associated with the selection parameter.
  This can also be done in transaction SE11 by editing the data element and specifying the search help in the "Search Help" field.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the configuration for the selection parameter is correct and that it points to the right data element or domain that has the search help defined.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about how to define or assign search helps, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP Basis or ABAP team for assistance.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the functionality to ensure that the search help now appears as expected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE80 (Object Navigator), SE37 (Function Module), SE84 (Repository Information System).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to search helps or the particular module you are working with.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes in the Data Dictionary or to access the relevant configuration settings.
  
  If you are not a developer or do not have the necessary access rights, you may need to contact your SAP support team or system administrator for assistance in resolving this issue.