How To Fix PPEFILT041 - Placeholders only permitted at the beginning and end of the search text

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PPEFILT - iPPE-Workbench Filter

• Message number: 041

• Message text: Placeholders only permitted at the beginning and end of the search text

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PPEFILT041 - Placeholders only permitted at the beginning and end of the search text ?

  The SAP error message PPEFILT041 indicates that there is an issue with the use of placeholders (wildcards) in a search text within the SAP system. Specifically, this error occurs when placeholders (like * or ?) are not used correctly in the search criteria.
  Cause:
  The error arises when you attempt to use placeholders in a way that is not allowed by the system. In SAP, placeholders are typically used to represent one or more characters in a search string. However, they must be positioned correctly:
  
  Placeholders are only permitted at the beginning or end of the search text.
  For example, *example or example* is valid, but ex*ample*text is not.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should:
  
  Review the Search Text: Check the search text you are using and ensure that any placeholders are only at the beginning or the end of the string.
  Modify the Search Criteria: Adjust your search criteria to conform to the allowed format. For instance:
  
  If your original search text was ex*ample*text, change it to *example or example*.
  
  
  Test the Search: After making the adjustments, run the search again to see if the error persists.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Placeholders in SAP: In SAP, the asterisk (*) is used as a wildcard to represent any number of characters, while the question mark (?) represents a single character.
  Search Functionality: Understanding how search functionality works in SAP can help avoid such errors. Familiarize yourself with the specific search options available in the module you are working with.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on search functionalities and the use of wildcards.
  
  If you continue to experience issues after making these adjustments, consider consulting with your SAP administrator or support team for further assistance.