How To Fix /BCV/QRM653 - Query &1: No description was entered for field &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /BCV/QRM -

• Message number: 653

• Message text: Query &1: No description was entered for field &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /BCV/QRM653 - Query &1: No description was entered for field &2 ?

  The SAP error message /BCV/QRM653 Query &1: No description was entered for field &2 typically indicates that a query (identified by &1) is missing a description for a specific field (identified by &2). This can occur in various contexts, such as when creating or modifying queries in SAP Query or other reporting tools.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Field Description: The most common cause is that when the query was created or modified, a description for one of the fields was not provided.
  Data Dictionary Issues: There may be issues with the data dictionary where the field is defined, leading to missing metadata.
  User Input Error: The user may have overlooked entering a description for a field while setting up the query.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Edit the Query:
  
  Go to the transaction code for the query (e.g., SQ01 for SAP Query).
  Locate the query identified by &1.
  Edit the query and check the field definitions.
  Ensure that all fields have a description entered. If any field is missing a description, provide one and save the changes.
  
  
  
  Check Field Definitions:
  
  If the field is part of a custom table or structure, ensure that the field has a description defined in the data dictionary (transaction SE11).
  If necessary, add or modify the field description in the data dictionary.
  
  
  
  Transport Requests:
  
  If the query is part of a transport request, ensure that the transport includes all necessary objects, including field descriptions.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the changes, test the query again to ensure that the error message no longer appears.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SQ01: SAP Query - Maintain Queries
  SQ02: SAP Query - InfoSet
  SQ03: SAP Query - User Groups
  SE11: Data Dictionary
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on creating and managing queries, as well as best practices for field definitions.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to this error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting the SAP community for further assistance.