How To Fix OPS_SE_QUM106 - Classed characteristics are not supported (Characteristic &1)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OPS_SE_QUM - Quality Management: Messages for Service Enabling

• Message number: 106

• Message text: Classed characteristics are not supported (Characteristic &1)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OPS_SE_QUM106 - Classed characteristics are not supported (Characteristic &1) ?

  The SAP error message OPS_SE_QUM106 indicates that classed characteristics are not supported for the characteristic specified in the error message (denoted as &1). This error typically arises in the context of SAP's Quality Management (QM) or Production Planning (PP) modules, where characteristics are used to define and manage quality-related data or production processes.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  You are trying to use a characteristic that is defined as a class characteristic (i.e., it belongs to a class in the classification system) in a context where only non-class characteristics are allowed.
  The system does not support the use of class characteristics in certain operations, such as inspection plans, quality notifications, or production orders.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Characteristic Definition:
  
  Go to the characteristic definition in the SAP system (transaction code CT04).
  Verify if the characteristic is defined as a class characteristic. If it is, you may need to change its definition to a non-class characteristic.
  
  
  
  Modify Inspection Plan or Process:
  
  If the error occurs in an inspection plan, check the characteristics assigned to the plan. Replace the class characteristic with a standard characteristic that is not linked to a class.
  If the characteristic is required for your process, consider creating a new characteristic that is not class-based.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the configuration settings in the relevant modules (QM, PP) allow for the use of the characteristics you are trying to implement.
  Consult with your SAP configuration team to ensure that the settings align with your business requirements.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources related to characteristics in QM or PP to understand the limitations and best practices for defining and using characteristics.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the process again to ensure that the error is resolved and that the system behaves as expected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  CT04: Characteristic Maintenance
  QP01: Create Inspection Plan
  QA01: Create Quality Notification
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the OPS_SE_QUM106 error and implement a suitable solution.