How To Fix CP676 - Select inspection characteristic first

CP676 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CP - Task list messages: Core data

• Message number: 676

• Message text: Select inspection characteristic first

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CP676 - Select inspection characteristic first ?

  The SAP error message CP676 ("Select inspection characteristic first") typically occurs in the context of Quality Management (QM) when you are trying to perform an action that requires an inspection characteristic to be selected, but none has been chosen.
  
  Cause:
  
  No Inspection Characteristic Selected: The most common cause of this error is that the user has not selected any inspection characteristics before attempting to execute a function that requires them.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the inspection plan or the characteristics defined within it.
  User Role/Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary permissions to view or select inspection characteristics.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Select Inspection Characteristic: Ensure that you select at least one inspection characteristic before proceeding with the action that triggered the error. This can usually be done in the inspection lot or inspection plan screen.
  Check Inspection Plan: Verify that the inspection plan you are working with has valid inspection