How To Fix MPE_RTG_UI180 - Inspection characteristic &1 already exists

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MPE_RTG_UI - Messages for Routing Maintenance

• Message number: 180

• Message text: Inspection characteristic &1 already exists

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MPE_RTG_UI180 - Inspection characteristic &1 already exists ?

  The SAP error message "MPE_RTG_UI180 Inspection characteristic &1 already exists" typically occurs in the context of Quality Management (QM) when you are trying to create or modify an inspection characteristic that already exists in the system. This can happen during the creation of inspection plans, inspection lots, or when defining characteristics for quality inspections.
  Cause:
  
  
  Duplicate Entry: The most common cause of this error is that the inspection characteristic you are trying to create or modify already exists in the system. This could be due to:
  
  An attempt to create a new characteristic with the same identifier as an existing one.
  A copy operation that inadvertently tries to create a duplicate.
  
  
  
  Incorrect Configuration: Sometimes, the configuration settings in the Quality Management module may lead to conflicts or duplications.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Existing Characteristics: 
  
  Navigate to the relevant transaction (e.g., QCC1 for creating characteristics or QCC2 for changing them) and check if the characteristic already exists.
  If it does, you may need to modify the existing characteristic instead of creating a new one.
  
  
  
  Use Unique Identifiers: 
  
  When creating new inspection characteristics, ensure that you are using unique identifiers that do not conflict with existing ones.
  
  
  
  Review Inspection Plans: 
  
  If you are working with inspection plans, review the plans to ensure that the characteristic is not already included.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on managing inspection characteristics and understanding the specific context of the error.
  
  
  
  System Configuration: 
  
  If you suspect that the issue is related to system configuration, consult with your SAP QM module administrator or a functional consultant to review the settings.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  QCC1 - Create Inspection Characteristic
  QCC2 - Change Inspection Characteristic
  QCP1 - Create Inspection Plan
  QCP2 - Change Inspection Plan
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as they may provide specific fixes or patches.
  
  
  Quality Management Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for detailed documentation on Quality Management processes and best practices.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully manage your inspection characteristics in SAP.