How To Fix IDCFM_FRIM_MSG028 - Search help "&1" not found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 028

• Message text: Search help "&1" not found

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IDCFM_FRIM_MSG028 - Search help "&1" not found ?

  The SAP error message IDCFM_FRIM_MSG028, which states "Search help '&1' not found," typically occurs when the system is unable to locate a specific search help object that is referenced in a program or transaction. This can happen for several reasons, including:
  Causes:
  
  Missing Search Help: The search help object may not exist in the system. This could be due to it not being created or it being deleted.
  Incorrect Configuration: The search help might be incorrectly configured or not properly assigned to the relevant field or data element.
  Transport Issues: If the search help was recently transported from another system (e.g., from development to production), it may not have been included in the transport request.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the search help.
  Namespace Issues: The search help might be in a different namespace or client that is not accessible in the current context.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Existence: Verify if the search help exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the transaction SE11 (Data Dictionary) and checking under the "Search Help" section.
  Create or Restore Search Help: If the search help does not exist, you may need to create it or restore it from a backup or transport request.
  Check Configuration: Ensure that the search help is correctly assigned to the relevant field or data element. You can check this in the data element settings in SE11.
  Transport Check: If the search help was supposed to be transported, check the transport logs to ensure it was included and successfully imported.
  Authorization Check: 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.
  Namespace Verification: Make sure that the search help is in the correct namespace and is accessible in the current client.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE80 (Object Navigator), SE37 (Function Module), and SE84 (Repository Information System) can be useful for checking and managing search helps.
  Documentation: SAP Help Portal and SAP Notes can provide additional guidance on search helps and related issues.
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider debugging the program or transaction that is calling the search help to identify where the failure occurs.
  
  If you continue to experience issues after trying these solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or development team for further assistance.