How To Fix QISR085 - Select a field type (input field or output field) for characteristic &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: QISR - Internal Service Requests

• Message number: 085

• Message text: Select a field type (input field or output field) for characteristic &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QISR085 - Select a field type (input field or output field) for characteristic & ?

  The SAP error message QISR085 indicates that a field type (input field or output field) has not been selected for a characteristic in the context of Quality Management (QM) or similar modules. This typically occurs when you are trying to create or modify a characteristic in a quality inspection plan or similar configuration, and the system requires you to specify how the characteristic should be treated in terms of data entry or display.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Field Type Selection: The most common cause of this error is that the user has not selected whether the characteristic is an input field (where data will be entered) or an output field (where data will be displayed).
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the characteristic in the system, leading to the requirement for a field type to be specified.
  User Input Error: The user may have overlooked the field type selection during the characteristic setup process.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Access the Characteristic Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the transaction where you are configuring the characteristic (e.g., transaction code QS21 for creating characteristics).
  
  
  
  Select Field Type:
  
  Look for the option to specify the field type for the characteristic. This is usually found in the characteristic definition screen.
  Choose either "Input Field" if you want users to enter data for this characteristic, or "Output Field" if the characteristic is meant to display data only.
  
  
  
  Save Changes:
  
  After selecting the appropriate field type, save your changes to the characteristic.
  
  
  
  Re-test the Process:
  
  After making the changes, re-attempt the process that triggered the error to ensure that it has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for Quality Management to understand the implications of input and output fields in characteristics.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to modify characteristics in the system.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message or provide additional guidance.
  Training: If you are unfamiliar with the characteristic setup process, consider seeking training or guidance from a more experienced SAP user or consultant.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the QISR085 error and successfully configure the characteristic in your SAP system.