How To Fix EHQ093 - Field &3 of inspection characteristic does not match control character

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EHQ - QM: Messages

• Message number: 093

• Message text: Field &3 of inspection characteristic does not match control character

What causes this issue?

When checking the control characters for the inspection characteristic,
the content of the field &V3& was found not to match the control
characters set.

System Response

When creating or modifying the inspection characteristic, the field
content &V1& is replaced by the field content &V2&.

How to fix this error?

Check the inspection characteristic and change the field content and
the control characters manually if necessary.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EHQ093 - Field &3 of inspection characteristic does not match control character ?

  The SAP error message EHQ093, which states "Field &3 of inspection characteristic does not match control character," typically occurs in the context of Quality Management (QM) in SAP. This error indicates that there is a mismatch between the data entered for an inspection characteristic and the expected control character settings for that characteristic.
  Cause:
  
  Control Character Mismatch: The control character defined for the inspection characteristic does not match the value or format of the data entered. Control characters are used to define how data should be interpreted (e.g., numeric, alphanumeric, etc.).
  Incorrect Data Entry: The user may have entered data that does not conform to the expected format or type defined for that inspection characteristic.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the inspection characteristics in the Quality Management module, such as incorrect settings in the characteristic definition.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Inspection Characteristic Definition:
  
  Go to the inspection characteristic configuration in the SAP system (Transaction Code: QS22).
  Verify the control character settings for the specific inspection characteristic that is causing the error.
  Ensure that the control character is set correctly according to the type of data you are trying to enter.
  
  
  
  Validate Data Entry:
  
  Review the data you have entered for the inspection characteristic.
  Ensure that it matches the expected format and type defined by the control character.
  Correct any discrepancies in the data entry.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  If you have access, check the configuration settings for the Quality Management module to ensure that all settings are correct.
  If necessary, consult with a SAP QM consultant or your system administrator to review the configuration.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, try to re-enter the data or perform the action that triggered the error to see if it resolves the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for EHQ093 in the SAP Support Portal.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on Quality Management and inspection characteristics for a better understanding of how control characters work.
  User Forums: Consider visiting SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with SAP support for further assistance.