How To Fix TS049 - Search pattern invalid

TS049 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TS - TemSe - temporary sequential object management

• Message number: 049

• Message text: Search pattern invalid

What causes this issue?

An unusable search pattern was specified.

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?

Specify a pattern with place holders:
'*' for part of a word
'?' for a single character

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TS049 - Search pattern invalid ?

  The SAP error message TS049, which states "Search pattern invalid," typically occurs when there is an issue with the search criteria or pattern used in a transaction or report. This error can arise in various contexts, such as when using search helps, queries, or filters in SAP.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Characters: The search pattern may contain invalid characters or symbols that are not allowed in the search criteria.
  Incorrect Format: The format of the search pattern may not conform to the expected format for the specific field or search help.
  Empty Search Pattern: If the search pattern is empty or not properly defined, it can trigger this error.
  Data Type Mismatch: The search pattern may not match the data type of the field being searched (e.g., searching for numeric values in a text field).
  System Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the search help or the underlying data model.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Input: Review the search pattern