How To Fix MC194 - Matchcode maintenance for search pattern & at &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MC - Aggregate: views, matchcodes, lock objects

• Message number: 194

• Message text: Matchcode maintenance for search pattern & at &

What causes this issue?

All matchcode objects which correspond to the search pattern are
maintained. The maintenance date is specified.

System Response

The system carries out the maintenance.

How to fix this error?

No action necesssary.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MC194 - Matchcode maintenance for search pattern & at & ?

  The SAP error message MC194, which states "Matchcode maintenance for search pattern & at &," typically occurs when there is an issue with the matchcode (search help) configuration in the SAP system. This error can arise during various operations, such as when trying to access a transaction that relies on a matchcode or when performing searches in certain modules.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Matchcode: The specified matchcode may not be defined or may be missing in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be an issue with the configuration of the matchcode, such as incorrect parameters or settings.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or maintain the matchcode.
  Database Issues: There could be underlying database issues that prevent the matchcode from being accessed or maintained.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Matchcode Definition:
  
  Use transaction code SE11 (Data Dictionary) to check if the matchcode is defined correctly.
  Ensure that the matchcode object exists and is properly configured.
  
  
  
  Maintain Matchcode:
  
  If the matchcode is missing, you may need to create or maintain it using transaction code SE11 or SE78 (for matchcode objects).
  Ensure that the search help is correctly linked to the relevant data elements.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and maintain matchcodes. This can be checked using transaction code SU53 or by consulting with your security team.
  
  
  
  Rebuild Matchcode:
  
  If the matchcode is defined but not functioning correctly, you may need to rebuild it. This can be done using transaction code MC21 (for matchcode maintenance).
  
  
  
  Check for Database Issues:
  
  If there are database issues, you may need to consult with your database administrator to ensure that the database is functioning correctly and that there are no locks or inconsistencies.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message. There may be patches or updates available that resolve the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SE11: Data Dictionary
  SE78: Matchcode Object Maintenance
  MC21: Matchcode Maintenance
  SU53: Authorization Check
  
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for more details on matchcode maintenance and search helps.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support for further assistance.