How To Fix /PF1/MSG_TESTSUPPORT018 - All entries in input fields ignored during the Customizing test

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PF1/MSG_TESTSUPPORT -

• Message number: 018

• Message text: All entries in input fields ignored during the Customizing test

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PF1/MSG_TESTSUPPORT018 - All entries in input fields ignored during the Customizing test ?

  The SAP error message /PF1/MSG_TESTSUPPORT018 indicates that all entries in the input fields were ignored during a Customizing test. This typically occurs when the system detects that the input fields do not meet certain criteria or conditions required for the test to proceed.
  Cause:
  
  Input Field Validation: The input fields may not have valid values or may be empty. The system might be set up to ignore fields that do not meet specific validation rules.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the Customizing settings or configurations that prevent the input fields from being processed correctly.
  Test Environment: The test environment may not be properly configured, leading to discrepancies in how input fields are handled.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the test may not have the necessary authorizations to input or modify certain fields.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Input Values: Ensure that all input fields have valid and appropriate values. Review the documentation or guidelines for the specific Customizing test to understand what values are expected.
  Review Customizing Settings: Go through the Customizing settings related to the test to ensure that they are correctly configured. Look for any missing or incorrect entries.
  Test Environment Configuration: Verify that the test environment is set up correctly and mirrors the production environment as closely as possible.
  User Authorizations: Check the user’s authorizations to ensure they have the necessary permissions to perform the test. If not, work with your SAP security team to obtain the required access.
  Consult SAP Notes: Look for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for the specific module or area you are working with to understand the requirements for the Customizing test.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that may help in diagnosing or resolving the issue, such as SE80 (Object Navigator) or SPRO (Customizing Implementation Guide).
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.