How To Fix MPE_RTG_UI167 - Such inspection characteristics already exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MPE_RTG_UI - Messages for Routing Maintenance

• Message number: 167

• Message text: Such inspection characteristics already exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MPE_RTG_UI167 - Such inspection characteristics already exist ?

  The SAP error message MPE_RTG_UI167, which states "Such inspection characteristics already exist," typically occurs in the context of Quality Management (QM) when you are trying to create or modify inspection characteristics in a Quality Inspection Plan or similar configuration. This error indicates that the system has detected that the inspection characteristics you are trying to create already exist in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Characteristics: The most common cause of this error is that the inspection characteristics you are trying to add already exist in the system for the same material or inspection plan.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be a misconfiguration in the inspection plan or characteristics that leads to the system recognizing them as duplicates.
  Data Entry Errors: Sometimes, data entry errors can lead to the creation of similar characteristics that the system interprets as duplicates.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Existing Characteristics: 
  
  Navigate to the relevant inspection plan or characteristic configuration and check if the characteristics you are trying to add already exist.
  Use transaction codes like QP01 (Create Inspection Plan) or QP02 (Change Inspection Plan) to review existing characteristics.
  
  
  
  Modify Existing Characteristics: 
  
  If the characteristics already exist, consider modifying them instead of creating new ones. You can adjust the specifications or parameters as needed.
  
  
  
  Delete Duplicates: 
  
  If you find that there are indeed duplicates that are not needed, you can delete the unnecessary characteristics from the inspection plan.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to Quality Management and inspection characteristics to ensure you are following the correct procedures.
  
  
  
  Check for Customizations: 
  
  If your organization has custom developments or enhancements in the QM module, consult with your SAP technical team to ensure that there are no custom validations or checks that might be causing this error.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: 
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if this is a recurring problem.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP QM, such as:
  
  QP01 - Create Inspection Plan
  QP02 - Change Inspection Plan
  QP03 - Display Inspection Plan
  
  
  Quality Management Module: Understanding the overall structure and functionality of the QM module can help in troubleshooting issues related to inspection characteristics.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.