How To Fix AQV256 - Specifications are not possible with type &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AQV - Message texts for SAP Query

• Message number: 256

• Message text: Specifications are not possible with type &

What causes this issue?

You tried to define a selection (parameter or Select option), but the
type of the parameter or field for which the Select option should be
created is not valid for selections.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AQV256 - Specifications are not possible with type & ?

  The SAP error message AQV256, which states "Specifications are not possible with type &," typically occurs in the context of Quality Management (QM) or Material Management (MM) when dealing with specifications for materials or inspection characteristics. The error indicates that the system cannot process the specifications due to the type of the object being referenced.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Specification Type: The specification type being used may not be compatible with the material or inspection characteristic.
  Missing Configuration: The configuration for the specification type may not be set up correctly in the system.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies or missing data in the master data related to the material or inspection characteristics.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or modify the specifications.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Specification Type: Verify that the specification type you are trying to use is appropriate for the material or inspection characteristic. You can do this by checking the configuration settings in the SAP system.
  Review Configuration: Ensure that the configuration for the specification type is correctly set up in the system. This may involve checking the customizing settings in the SAP IMG (Implementation Guide).
  Validate Master Data: Check the master data for the material or inspection characteristics to ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly and that there are no inconsistencies.
  User Authorizations: Confirm that the user has the necessary authorizations to create or modify specifications. If not, contact your SAP security administrator to adjust the permissions.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details about the specification types and their compatibility with different materials or characteristics.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like QS21 (Create Quality Info Record) or QS22 (Change Quality Info Record) to manage specifications.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the AQV256 error and implement a suitable solution.