How To Fix /PLMB/SPI061 - &1 (&2) is a collective search help, which is not supported

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PLMB/SPI -

• Message number: 061

• Message text: &1 (&2) is a collective search help, which is not supported

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PLMB/SPI061 - &1 (&2) is a collective search help, which is not supported ?

  The SAP error message /PLMB/SPI061 &1 (&2) is a collective search help, which is not supported typically indicates that there is an issue with the search help being used in a particular transaction or program. This error arises when the system attempts to use a collective search help that is not supported in the context where it is being called.
  Cause:
  
  Collective Search Help: The error is specifically related to a collective search help, which is a type of search help that combines multiple search helps into one. In some cases, certain transactions or programs may not support collective search helps.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the search help settings or the way the search help is being called in the program.
  Missing Authorizations: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the search help.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or modifications in the system, they may not be handling the collective search help correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  Use Individual Search Helps: If possible, switch to using individual search helps instead of a collective search help. This may involve changing the configuration or the way the search help is called in the program.
  Check Search Help Configuration: Review the configuration of the search help in transaction SE11 (Data Dictionary) to ensure that it is set up correctly and is compatible with the transaction or program being used.
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you can debug the program to see where the error is being triggered and understand the context better.
  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.
  Consult Documentation: Check SAP Notes or documentation related to the specific search help or transaction for any known issues or additional configuration steps that may be required.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot find a resolution, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction SE11: Use this transaction to view and modify search helps.
  Transaction SE80: This transaction can be used to explore the program or function module that is calling the search help.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional context.
  User Authorizations: Review user roles and authorizations in transaction PFCG to ensure proper access.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a suitable solution.