How To Fix MPE_OAN117 - Inspection characteristics assignment &1 &2 not found in OA &3 version &4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MPE_OAN - Operation Activity Network Messages

• Message number: 117

• Message text: Inspection characteristics assignment &1 &2 not found in OA &3 version &4

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MPE_OAN117 - Inspection characteristics assignment &1 &2 not found in OA &3 version &4 ?

  The SAP error message MPE_OAN117 indicates that there is an issue with the assignment of inspection characteristics in the context of an Operational Activity (OA) version. This error typically arises when the system cannot find the specified inspection characteristics for the given OA version.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Inspection Characteristics: The specified inspection characteristics (identified by &1 and &2) are not defined or not assigned to the specified Operational Activity (identified by &3) in the specified version (identified by &4).
  Incorrect Version: The version of the Operational Activity being referenced may not be the correct one or may not have the necessary characteristics assigned.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as missing entries in the configuration or master data that are required for the inspection characteristics to be found.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Inspection Characteristics: Verify that the inspection characteristics you are trying to use are correctly defined in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration or master data areas in SAP.
  Assign Characteristics: If the characteristics are missing, you may need to assign them to the Operational Activity. This can typically be done in the configuration settings for the OA.
  Verify Version: Ensure that you are referencing the correct version of the Operational Activity. If necessary, check the version history to confirm that the characteristics are assigned in the version you are using.
  Data Consistency Check: Run any necessary data consistency checks or reports to identify and resolve any discrepancies in the data related to inspection characteristics and Operational Activities.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on managing inspection characteristics and Operational Activities.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as OQA1 (for creating Operational Activities) or OQA2 (for changing them) to manage inspection characteristics.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on this error message.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.