How To Fix SOAP_UDS005 - The search name will no longer be available in the value (F4) help

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SOAP_UDS - Messages for user defined search

• Message number: 005

• Message text: The search name will no longer be available in the value (F4) help

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SOAP_UDS005 - The search name will no longer be available in the value (F4) help ?

  The SAP error message SOAP_UDS005, which states "The search name will no longer be available in the value (F4) help," typically occurs when a user attempts to access a value help (F4 help) for a field that is no longer valid or available in the system. This can happen for several reasons, including:
  Causes:
  
  Data Deletion or Archiving: The data associated with the search name may have been deleted or archived, making it unavailable for selection.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the data related to the search name.
  Configuration Changes: Changes in the configuration of the system or the specific module may have led to the unavailability of the search name.
  Transport Issues: If the search name was part of a transport request that was not successfully imported, it may not be available in the target system.
  Custom Development: If the search name is part of a custom development, there may be issues with the custom code or the underlying data model.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Data Availability: Verify if the data related to the search name is still present in the database. You can do this by checking the relevant tables or using transaction codes that allow you to view the data.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the data. This can be done by checking the user's roles and authorizations in the system.
  Consult with Basis Team: If there have been recent changes in the system configuration or transports, consult with the Basis team to ensure that everything is correctly set up and that there are no transport issues.
  Check Custom Code: If the search name is part of a custom development, review the custom code to ensure that it is functioning correctly and that there are no errors in the logic.
  Reconfigure Value Help: If the issue is related to configuration, you may need to reconfigure the value help for the field in question. This may involve adjusting the settings in the relevant customizing transactions.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you may want to use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE80 (Object Navigator), or SE37 (Function Module) to investigate the underlying data or function modules related to the search name.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review the documentation for the specific module or functionality you are working with to understand how value help is configured and what might affect its availability.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support for further assistance.