Keyboard in spotlight not working

A lot of times my keyboard isn't working in Spotlight. I don't see a keyboard at all.
I need to go to another app with keyboard (for example Whatsapp) and after that the keyboard returns in Spotlight.
I use Swype keyboard, but I've tried it with the iOs keyboard and get the same problem.
Anyone else with the same problem and maybe a solution?

Hello larsfromlosser,
Welcome to the Apple Support Communities!
I understand that when you attempt to use Spotlight search on your iPhone, sometimes you do not have access to a keyboard. To troubleshoot this situation, I would first recommend restarting your iPhone and testing again. If Spotlight continues to have unexpected behavior after the restart, please reset the iPhone and test again. Please let me know if the issue continues after the reset. 
Restart or reset your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch - Apple Support
Have a great day,
Joe

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