How To Fix KE356 - Enter a quantity field

KE356 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KE -

• Message number: 356

• Message text: Enter a quantity field

What causes this issue?

You want to valuate using a product cost estimate. To be able to convert
the quantity field of the costing data correctly, you need to
enter a quantity field which the valuation refers to.

System Response

Your entry is not complete.

How to fix this error?

Enter a quantity field. You can display a list of possible entries by
pressing F4.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KE356 - Enter a quantity field ?

  The SAP error message KE356 ("Enter a quantity field") typically occurs in the context of controlling (CO) when you are trying to enter data in a transaction related to cost centers, internal orders, or other CO-related activities. This error indicates that a required quantity field has not been filled in, which is necessary for the transaction to be processed.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Quantity Field: The most common cause of this error is that a mandatory quantity field has not been filled in. This could be a quantity of materials, hours worked, or any other relevant measure that needs to be specified for the transaction.
  Incorrect Screen Navigation: Sometimes, navigating through screens incorrectly or skipping fields can lead to this error.
  
  Configuration Issues: In some cases, the configuration of the controlling area or the specific transaction might require certain fields to be filled that are not being populated.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Required Fields: Review the screen where the error