How To Fix QS376 - Complete the short text data

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: QS - QM: Master data

• Message number: 376

• Message text: Complete the short text data

What causes this issue?

When creating a short text for inspection method/master inspection
characteristic &v1&, plant &v2&, and version &v3&, an error occured
because not all of the data required for creating a version of an
inspection method/master inspection characteristic was entered.
The following data is required to create a version without a problem:
Plant
Description of the inspection method/master inspection characteristic
Version
Valid-from date
Language
Short text for the inspection method/master inspection characteristic

System Response

The system cannot create the short text for the inspection
method/master inspection characteristic because the data is not
complete.

How to fix this error?

Check you have entered the necessary data when you create the
inspection method/master inspection characteristic.

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.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QS376 - Complete the short text data ?

  The SAP error message QS376 "Complete the short text data" typically occurs in the context of Quality Management (QM) when you are trying to create or modify a quality notification, inspection lot, or similar object, and the system requires a short text description that has not been provided.
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when the required field for the short text (usually a description or title for the notification or inspection lot) is left blank. This field is mandatory for the system to process the transaction.
  Solution:
  To resolve the QS376 error, you should:
  
  
  Locate the Short Text Field: Go to the screen where the error occurred and find the field labeled "Short Text" or similar.
  
  
  Enter a Description: Provide a meaningful description in the short text field. This should summarize the issue or the purpose of the notification or inspection lot.
  
  
  Save the Changes: After entering the required information, attempt to save or process the transaction again.
  
  
  Check Configuration: If you frequently encounter this error, it may be worth checking the configuration settings in the Quality Management module to ensure that the short text field is properly set up and that there are no additional requirements for other fields.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Field Requirements: In SAP, certain fields are marked as mandatory based on the configuration of the system. Ensure that you are aware of which fields are required for the specific transaction you are working on.
  
  
  User Training: If multiple users are encountering this error, consider providing training or documentation on the importance of filling out all required fields in SAP transactions.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes or documentation that may provide additional context or solutions related to this error message.
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with the transaction codes related to Quality Management, such as QM01 (Create Quality Notification), QM02 (Change Quality Notification), and others, to better understand where this error might occur.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the QS376 error and proceed with your SAP transactions without further issues.