How To Fix PRP_UI012 - Search function using general criteria is not available

PRP_UI012 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PRP_UI - Error Messages for PRP User Interface

• Message number: 012

• Message text: Search function using general criteria is not available

What causes this issue?

The resource search using general criteria is not available. .
The search function uses the SAP Expert Finder, which must be
completely configured in the system; the communities must also be
maintained.

System Response

An error occurred in the initialization of the Expert Finder.

How to fix this error?

Notify your system administrator.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PRP_UI012 - Search function using general criteria is not available ?

  The SAP error message PRP_UI012, which states that the "Search function using general criteria is not available," typically occurs in the context of the SAP Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) or SAP Product Data Management (PDM) modules. This error indicates that the search functionality you are trying to use is not available due to certain conditions or configurations.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Configuration: The search function may not be configured properly in the system. This could be due to missing settings in the relevant customizing transactions.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the search functionality.
  System Status: The system may be in a state where the search function is temporarily disabled, such as during maintenance or updates.
  Technical Issues: There could be underlying technical issues, such as problems with the database or the search index not being built or updated correctly.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the search functionality is properly configured in the relevant