How To Fix Q6052 - The client cannot be included in a field catalog

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: Q6 - Archive Information System

• Message number: 052

• Message text: The client cannot be included in a field catalog

What causes this issue?

You have entered the client field of table &V1& as a reference field or
source field.

System Response

When the system activates an archive information structure it
automatically adds the client.

How to fix this error?

Leave out the client when you define a field catalog.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message Q6052 - The client cannot be included in a field catalog ?

  The SAP error message Q6052, which states "The client cannot be included in a field catalog," typically occurs in the context of Quality Management (QM) or when dealing with field catalogs in SAP. This error indicates that there is an issue with the configuration or setup of the field catalog, particularly regarding the client settings.
  Cause:
  
  Client-Specific Settings: The error often arises when the system is trying to include a client-specific field in a field catalog, but the client is not configured to allow this.
  Field Catalog Configuration: There may be an issue with how the field catalog is defined or configured in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or modify the field catalog settings.
  Data Consistency: There could be inconsistencies in the data or configuration that prevent the client from being included.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Field Catalog Configuration:
  
  Go to the relevant transaction (e.g., SPRO) and navigate to the configuration settings for the field catalog.
  Ensure that the client is properly configured and that the fields you are trying to include are valid for the client.
  
  
  
  Review Client Settings:
  
  Verify that the client settings allow for the inclusion of the fields you are trying to add. This may involve checking the client-specific settings in the system.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify the field catalog. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify this.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Perform a consistency check on the data related to the field catalog. This may involve running specific reports or transactions to identify any inconsistencies.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. There may be patches or updates that resolve the issue.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance. Provide them with detailed information about the error and the steps you have already taken.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO for configuration, SE11 for data dictionary, and SE80 for development objects.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to Quality Management and field catalogs for additional insights and best practices.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the Q6052 error in your SAP system.