How To Fix Q7116 - Copy the selected data using F4 function key

Q7116 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: Q7 - Messages-QM Master Data: Catalogs, Selected Sets

• Message number: 116

• Message text: Copy the selected data using F4 function key

What causes this issue?

The code groups and codes you chose are in the clipboard, and you can
copy them using the F4 key.

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?

You use the F4 key to copy the selected data from the clipboard. If you
have more code groups and codes in the clipboard than are displayed on
a screen, copy the next code groups and codes again using the F4 key.
For large volumes of data, you may have to use the F4 key more than
once.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message Q7116 - Copy the selected data using F4 function key ?

  The SAP error message Q7116, which states "Copy the selected data using F4 function key," typically occurs in the context of quality management or when working with specific data entry fields in SAP. This message indicates that the system expects you to use the F4 key (or the equivalent function in your interface) to select or copy data from a list of available options.
  
  Cause:
  
  Data Entry Requirement: The field you are trying to fill requires a selection from a predefined list, and you have not used the F4 key to make that selection.
  Field Configuration: The field may be configured to only accept values from a specific set of data, which can be accessed using the F4 key.
  User Input Error: The user may have attempted to enter data manually that does not conform to the expected format or value set.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Use the F4 Key: Press the F4 key while the cursor is in