How To Fix /PLMB/BA_SAM053 - Subordinate object type search help is not defined for object type &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PLMB/BA_SAM -

• Message number: 053

• Message text: Subordinate object type search help is not defined for object type &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PLMB/BA_SAM053 - Subordinate object type search help is not defined for object type &1 ?

  The SAP error message /PLMB/BA_SAM053 indicates that there is a missing search help definition for a subordinate object type in the context of Business Application Programming (BAP) or Business Object Management. This error typically arises when the system is trying to access a search help for an object type that has not been defined in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Search Help Definition: The primary cause of this error is that the search help for the specified subordinate object type (indicated by &1) has not been created or is not properly configured in the SAP system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the object types or the search helps associated with them.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or enhancements, they may not have included the necessary search help definitions.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Define Search Help:
  
  Go to transaction SE11 (Data Dictionary).
  Check if a search help exists for the object type in question. If not, you will need to create one.
  Create a new search help by clicking on "Search Help" and then "Create".
  Define the search help parameters and the associated database tables or views.
  
  
  
  Assign Search Help to Object Type:
  
  Once the search help is created, ensure that it is assigned to the relevant object type.
  This can typically be done in the customizing settings for the specific application area.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration settings for the object types involved to ensure that they are correctly set up.
  Use transaction SPRO to navigate to the relevant configuration area and verify the settings.
  
  
  
  Transport Changes:
  
  If you are working in a development environment, ensure that any changes made (like creating a search help) are transported to the quality and production environments.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific object type and search help to ensure compliance with best practices.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SE11 - Data Dictionary
  SPRO - Customizing
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Object Types: Familiarize yourself with the specific object types involved in your scenario to understand their relationships and dependencies.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message /PLMB/BA_SAM053 and ensure that the necessary search help is defined for the subordinate object type.