How To Fix 5U718 - Enter an answer letter indicator


5U718 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: 5U - HR US: Messages

  • Message number: 718

  • Message text: Enter an answer letter indicator

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5U718 - Enter an answer letter indicator ?
    The SAP error message 5U718 ("Enter an answer letter indicator") typically occurs in the context of SAP's Quality Management (QM) module, particularly when dealing with inspection lots or quality notifications. This error indicates that a required field, specifically the answer letter indicator, has not been filled in.
    
    Cause: The error is triggered when a user attempts to save or process a quality notification or inspection lot without providing a necessary answer letter indicator. This indicator is used to classify the response to a quality issue or inspection result.
    Solution: To resolve this error, follow these steps: Identify the Context: Determine where the error is occurring (e.g., during the creation of a quality notification, inspection lot, etc.). Locate the Answer Letter Indicator Field: If you are in a quality notification, navigate to the relevant tab where the answer letter indicator is required. If you are in an inspection lot, check the results recording or decision-making section. Enter the Required

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