How To Fix UG079 - INACTDDIC: Search help & & & to be exported

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UG - Messages for Repository Switch

• Message number: 079

• Message text: INACTDDIC: Search help & & & to be exported

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UG079 - INACTDDIC: Search help & & & to be exported ?

  The SAP error message UG079, which states "INACTDDIC: Search help & & & to be exported," typically indicates an issue related to the search help in the Data Dictionary (DDIC) of SAP. This error can occur when there are inconsistencies or issues with the search help definitions in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Inactive Search Help: The search help referenced in the error message is inactive or not properly defined in the Data Dictionary.
  Transport Issues: If the search help was recently transported from another system, there may be inconsistencies or missing dependencies.
  Missing Objects: The search help may reference database tables or fields that do not exist or are not active in the current system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the search help.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Activate the Search Help:
  
  Go to transaction SE11 (Data Dictionary).
  Enter the name of the search help that is causing the issue.
  Check if it is inactive. If so, activate it.
  
  
  
  Check Dependencies:
  
  Ensure that all database tables and fields referenced by the search help are active and correctly defined.
  If the search help was transported, check if all related objects were also transported.
  
  
  
  Review Transport Logs:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, review the transport logs for any errors or warnings that might indicate missing objects.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the search help. This can be checked in transaction SU53 or by consulting with your security team.
  
  
  
  Recreate the Search Help:
  
  If the search help is corrupted or cannot be activated, consider recreating it from scratch.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE80 (Object Navigator), SE37 (Function Module), SE84 (Repository Information System).
  SAP Notes: Search for specific SAP Notes related to UG079 or search helps in general for more tailored solutions.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on search helps and Data Dictionary management for best practices and troubleshooting steps.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.