How To Fix Q0118 - Only field names of type "VMENGE.." are allowed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: Q0 - QM: Generally valid messages

• Message number: 118

• Message text: Only field names of type "VMENGE.." are allowed

What causes this issue?

You have entered a field name that is not allowed.

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?

Enter an allowed field name. The field name must begin with
<ZH>'VMENGE..'</>.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message Q0118 - Only field names of type "VMENGE.." are allowed ?

  The SAP error message Q0118, which states "Only field names of type 'VMENGE..' are allowed," typically occurs in the context of Quality Management (QM) when there is an issue with the configuration or data entry related to inspection characteristics.
  Cause:
  The error is generally caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  
  Incorrect Field Type: The system expects a field of a specific type (in this case, a quantity field, denoted by "VMENGE.."), but the field being referenced does not match this type. This can happen if the characteristic is incorrectly defined or if the data being entered does not conform to the expected format.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the inspection plan or the characteristics defined within it. If the characteristic is set up to expect a quantity but is receiving a different type of data (like a text or a different numeric type), this error can occur.
  
  
  Data Entry Errors: Users may be entering data that does not match the expected format for the characteristic, leading to this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the Q0118 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Characteristic Definition:
  
  Go to the transaction code QS22 (Change Inspection Characteristics) and verify the characteristics defined in the inspection plan.
  Ensure that the characteristic is defined as a quantity type (VMENGE) if that is what is expected.
  
  
  
  Review Inspection Plan:
  
  Use transaction code QP02 (Change Inspection Plan) to review the inspection plan associated with the error.
  Ensure that all characteristics are correctly defined and that their data types match the expected input.
  
  
  
  Data Entry Validation:
  
  Ensure that the data being entered into the system matches the expected format for the characteristic. If it is a quantity, make sure it is entered as a numeric value.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources related to Quality Management and inspection characteristics to ensure compliance with expected configurations.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, perform a test to ensure that the error no longer occurs. This may involve creating a new inspection lot or reprocessing the existing one.
  
  
  
  Seek Help from SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as QS22, QP02, QA32, and QA11 for managing inspection characteristics and plans.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as they may provide additional insights or patches that could resolve the issue.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, providing insights or solutions from other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the Q0118 error in SAP.