Finding Terms 

 

To optimize the performance of a search, the search only ever extends over one selected row or column. (For more information, see SAP Note 1031997).

 

Procedure

To look for terms in a list, proceed as follows:

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       1.      First select the rows or columns where you want to search for the term (see Selecting and Deselecting Columns or Rows).

       2.      Choose .

Alternatively:

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       1.      Use the right mouse button to select the column.

       2.      Choose Find.

 

On the following screen, proceed as follows:

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       1.      Enter the term under Search Term.

       2.      Under Search Order, indicate whether to search By Rows or By Columns.

       3.      Confirm the dialog box with .

The first entry found for the term you searched for is highlighted.

You can repeat the search as often as you want. Every time you choose , the system searches the selected area starting at the last entry found.

To exit the dialog box, choose .

Alternative Procedure in Full-Screen Mode

If you are working in full-screen mode, you can also use the menus to execute the function:

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       1.      Select the appropriate column(s) (see Selecting and Deslecting Columns).

       2.      Select Edit → Find