How To Fix QE396 - Formula evaluation for & characteristic(s) ended with error- see log

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: QE - RM-QSS Fehlertexte zur Ergebniserfassung

• Message number: 396

• Message text: Formula evaluation for & characteristic(s) ended with error- see log

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QE396 - Formula evaluation for & characteristic(s) ended with error- see log ?

  The SAP error message QE396 indicates that there was an issue during the evaluation of a formula for a characteristic in the context of Quality Management (QM) or similar modules. This error typically arises when the system encounters a problem while trying to compute a value based on a formula defined for a characteristic in a quality inspection plan or similar setup.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Formula Syntax: The formula defined for the characteristic may contain syntax errors or invalid references.
  Missing Characteristics: The formula may reference characteristics that are not available or not properly defined in the system.
  Data Type Mismatch: The data types of the variables or constants used in the formula may not be compatible.
  Calculation Logic Errors: There may be logical errors in the formula that prevent it from being evaluated correctly.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the quality management module or the specific inspection plan.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check the Formula: Review the formula for any syntax errors or invalid references. Ensure that all characteristics used in the formula are correctly defined and available.
  Review Characteristic Definitions: Ensure that all characteristics referenced in the formula are properly configured and have the correct data types.
  Examine the Log: The error message suggests checking the log for more details. Look for specific error messages or warnings that can provide insight into what went wrong during the evaluation.
  Test the Formula: If possible, test the formula in a controlled environment to isolate the issue. This can help identify specific parts of the formula that may be causing the error.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on the correct syntax and usage of formulas in the context of the specific module you are working with.
  Seek Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for assistance. They may have additional tools or insights to help resolve the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like QA32 (for inspection lot management) or QDP1 (for defining characteristics) to review and manage your quality management settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide patches related to formula evaluation errors.
  User Forums: Consider visiting 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 identify and resolve the issue causing the QE396 error message in SAP.