How To Fix CQCL008 - Inspection characteristic cannot be uniquely assigned to one operation

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CQCL - Message for Class of Inspection Characteristics

• Message number: 008

• Message text: Inspection characteristic cannot be uniquely assigned to one operation

What causes this issue?

The operation has not been clearly specified.

System Response

The inspection characteristic cannot be created, displayed, or
processed.

How to fix this error?

Specify the task list type, group counter, sequence, and operation
identification or operation number.

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 CQCL008 - Inspection characteristic cannot be uniquely assigned to one operation ?

  The SAP error message CQCL008 indicates that an inspection characteristic cannot be uniquely assigned to one operation in the context of Quality Management (QM) within SAP. This typically occurs when there are multiple operations in a routing or task list, and the system cannot determine which operation the inspection characteristic should be linked to.
  Cause:
  
  Multiple Operations: The inspection characteristic is defined in a way that it could apply to more than one operation in the routing.
  Routing Configuration: The routing may not be properly configured, leading to ambiguity in the assignment of inspection characteristics.
  Inspection Plan: The inspection plan may have characteristics that are not clearly defined for a specific operation.
  Missing Assignment: The characteristic may not be assigned to any operation, or it may be assigned to multiple operations.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review the Routing: Check the routing for the material in question. Ensure that each operation is clearly defined and that the inspection characteristics are assigned correctly.
  Assign Characteristics: If the inspection characteristic is meant to apply to a specific operation, ensure that it is assigned only to that operation. You can do this in the inspection plan or routing.
  Modify Inspection Plan: If the inspection characteristic is applicable to multiple operations, consider modifying the inspection plan to clarify which operation it should be associated with.
  Use Unique Identifiers: Ensure that each inspection characteristic has a unique identifier that can be linked to a specific operation.
  Check for Duplicates: Look for any duplicate inspection characteristics that may be causing confusion in the assignment process.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like QP01 (Create Inspection Plan), QP02 (Change Inspection Plan), or C202 (Change Routing) to make the necessary adjustments.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for detailed guidance on managing inspection characteristics and routings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  Testing: After making changes, test the configuration by creating a new inspection lot to ensure that the error does not reoccur.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CQCL008 error and ensure that your inspection characteristics are correctly assigned to the appropriate operations.