The search opinion in cases of a limitation of the search
Any argumentation and objections presented in the search opinion must be consistent with limitations of the search and the reasons therefor. This applies to limitations for reasons of non-patentability (e.g. business methods - Art. 52(2)(c), see VIII, 1) or for reasons of severe deficiencies prejudicing a meaningful search (Rule 45, see VIII, 3).
CHAPTER XII THE SEARCH OPINION
6. Unity in relation to the search opinion
8. No search opinion is issued
