How To Fix KB404 - Specify search string only in FROM field

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KB - Controlling: Reporting

• Message number: 404

• Message text: Specify search string only in FROM field

What causes this issue?

You entered the search argument in the "To" field.

System Response

Processing is terminated.

How to fix this error?

Delete the search argument entry in this field and enter it in the
"From" field

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KB404 - Specify search string only in FROM field ?

  The SAP error message "KB404 Specify search string only in FROM field" typically occurs in the context of using the SAP Knowledge Base (KBase) or when performing searches in certain SAP applications. This error indicates that the search string has been incorrectly specified in the search fields.
  
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following:
  
  Incorrect Search Field Usage: The user has entered a search string in a field that is not intended for search strings, such as the "TO" field or other fields that do not accept search criteria.
  Misconfiguration: There may be a configuration issue in the SAP system that is causing the search functionality to behave unexpectedly.
  User Error: The user may not be familiar with the correct usage of the search fields and has entered data inappropriately.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Search Fields: Ensure that you are only entering the search string in