How To Fix QS711 - No history is available for this field

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: QS - QM: Master data

• Message number: 711

• Message text: No history is available for this field

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QS711 - No history is available for this field ?

  The SAP error message QS711 ("No history is available for this field") typically occurs in the context of Quality Management (QM) when you are trying to access historical data for a specific field in a quality-related document or record, but the system cannot find any historical entries for that field.
  Cause:
  
  No Historical Data: The most common cause is that there is simply no historical data available for the field you are trying to access. This could be due to the fact that the data has not been recorded or that the relevant records have been deleted or archived.
  Field Configuration: The field in question may not be configured to store historical data. This can happen if the field is not set up correctly in the system or if the necessary settings for data retention are not in place.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view the historical data, leading to the error message.
  Data Archiving: If the data has been archived, it may not be accessible in the current context, leading to the error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Data Availability: Verify if there is indeed historical data for the field in question. You can do this by checking the relevant tables or transaction codes that store historical data.
  Field Configuration: Review the configuration of the field in the Quality Management module to ensure that it is set up to retain historical data. This may involve checking the settings in the customizing transaction (SPRO).
  User Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access historical data. This may involve checking roles and permissions in the user profile.
  Data Archiving: If data archiving is the issue, consult with your SAP Basis team or system administrator to see if the archived data can be restored or accessed.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the field and its historical data settings.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as QA32 (for quality inspection lots) or QA03 (for quality notifications) to check the data.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and potentially resolve the QS711 error in SAP.