How To Fix Q6040 - Select a field from the field catalog &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: Q6 - Archive Information System

• Message number: 040

• Message text: Select a field from the field catalog &1

What causes this issue?

You entered the field name &V2&. However, the field &V2& is not defined
in the field catalog &V1&.

System Response

All archive information structure fields must be defined in the
accompanying field catalog. You cannot create an info structure with
different fields.

How to fix this error?

Check your entry. Use the value help (F4-help) to display possible
values.
Perhaps you entered an incorrect field catalog. Check the field catalog
entry.

Procedure for System Administrators

If you are dealing with an individually created field catalog (that is,
not delivered by SAP), then you cann add the missing fields if
necessary.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message Q6040 - Select a field from the field catalog &1 ?

  The SAP error message Q6040 ("Select a field from the field catalog &1") typically occurs in the context of Quality Management (QM) when you are trying to create or modify a report or query that requires a field selection from a predefined field catalog. This error indicates that the system expects you to select a field from the specified field catalog, but it seems that no valid field has been selected.
  Cause:
  
  Field Catalog Not Defined: The field catalog specified in the error message may not be properly defined or may not contain any fields.
  Incorrect Field Selection: The user may not have selected any fields from the field catalog, or the selection may not meet the criteria required by the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the fields in the catalog.
  Technical Issues: There may be a technical issue with the SAP system or the specific transaction being used.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Field Catalog: Verify that the field catalog specified in the error message is correctly defined and contains the necessary fields. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration settings in SAP.
  Select Fields: Ensure that you have selected at least one field from the field catalog when creating or modifying the report or query. Look for a selection option in the interface where you are working.
  Review Authorizations: Check if you have the necessary authorizations to access the fields in the catalog. If not, contact your SAP security administrator to grant the required permissions.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on how to properly use the field catalog in the context of your specific task.
  Technical Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to Quality Management and reporting, such as QI01 (Create Inspection Plan) or QI02 (Change Inspection Plan), to understand where the error might be occurring.
  User Forums: Check SAP community forums or user groups for discussions related to this error, as other users may have encountered and resolved similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution.