How To Fix SH026 - Either choose "Generic search" or do not enter value generically

SH026 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SH - SAPhelp messages

• Message number: 026

• Message text: Either choose "Generic search" or do not enter value generically

What causes this issue?

You tried to combine generic and non-generic search criteria. This is
not allowed.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Either enter a non-generic value or choose
<LS>Generic search</>.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SH026 - Either choose "Generic search" or do not enter value generically ?

  The SAP error message SH026 typically occurs when you are trying to perform a search in the SAP system using the search help functionality, and the system is unable to process the input due to conflicting search criteria. This error message indicates that you need to either select a "Generic search" option or refrain from entering values in a generic manner.
  
  Cause:
  
  Conflicting Input: You may have entered a value that is too generic or ambiguous, which conflicts with the search criteria expected by the system.
  Search Help Configuration: The search help configuration may not be set up to handle both generic and specific searches simultaneously.
  User Input Error: The user may have inadvertently entered a wildcard character or a very broad search term that does not align with the expected input format.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Choose "Generic Search": If you want to perform a broad search, ensure that you select the "Generic search" option in the search