How To Fix MPE_EXEC_SFO138 - Unplanned inspection characteristics &1 added

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MPE_EXEC_SFO - Messages for Shop Floor Orders

• Message number: 138

• Message text: Unplanned inspection characteristics &1 added

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MPE_EXEC_SFO138 - Unplanned inspection characteristics &1 added ?

  The SAP error message MPE_EXEC_SFO138, which states "Unplanned inspection characteristics &1 added," typically occurs in the context of quality management processes within SAP. This message indicates that unplanned inspection characteristics have been added to a quality inspection lot, which may not align with the expected or predefined characteristics for that lot.
  Cause:
  
  
  Unplanned Characteristics: The system has detected that there are inspection characteristics that were not originally planned for the inspection lot. This can happen if:
  
  The inspection plan has been modified after the inspection lot was created.
  There are changes in the material specifications or quality requirements.
  Manual entries or adjustments were made that introduced new characteristics.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the inspection plan or the material master data that lead to unexpected characteristics being added.
  
  
  Data Consistency: There might be inconsistencies in the data between the inspection lot and the inspection plan.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Review Inspection Plan: Check the inspection plan associated with the inspection lot to ensure that it is correctly configured and that all necessary characteristics are defined.
  
  
  Inspect Lot Characteristics: Review the characteristics of the inspection lot to understand why the unplanned characteristics were added. This can be done through transaction codes like QA32 (for inspection lot overview) or QA03 (for inspection plan).
  
  
  Adjust Inspection Plan: If the unplanned characteristics are valid and necessary, consider updating the inspection plan to include these characteristics for future inspections.
  
  
  Manual Adjustments: If the addition of unplanned characteristics is not acceptable, you may need to manually adjust the inspection lot or consult with your quality management team to determine the best course of action.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling inspection lots and characteristics.
  
  
  Check for User Exits or BAdIs: If there are custom developments in your SAP system, check if any user exits or BAdIs are affecting the behavior of inspection lot processing.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Quality Management (QM) Module: Understanding the QM module in SAP can provide insights into how inspection lots and characteristics are managed.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Training and Documentation: Consider training for users involved in quality management processes to minimize the occurrence of such errors in the future.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with SAP support or a qualified SAP consultant for further assistance.