How To Fix /PLMPCV/QRM707 - Query &1: Unknown value source &3 in attribute &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PLMPCV/QRM -

• Message number: 707

• Message text: Query &1: Unknown value source &3 in attribute &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PLMPCV/QRM707 - Query &1: Unknown value source &3 in attribute &2 ?

  The SAP error message /PLMPCV/QRM707 indicates that there is an issue with a query related to a value source that is not recognized in the context of a specific attribute. This error typically arises in the context of SAP Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) or SAP Quality Management (QM) when dealing with characteristics or attributes that are expected to have certain values.
  Cause:
  
  
  Unknown Value Source: The error suggests that the system encountered a value source (e.g., a characteristic value or a reference) that it does not recognize. This could be due to:
  
  The value source not being defined in the system.
  A typo or incorrect configuration in the attribute settings.
  The value source being deleted or deactivated in the system.
  The attribute being incorrectly assigned to a query or context.
  
  
  
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data model or configuration that lead to the system not being able to resolve the value source.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Verify the configuration of the attribute in question. Ensure that the value source is correctly defined and active.
  Check if the attribute is correctly assigned to the relevant query or context.
  
  
  
  Review Value Sources:
  
  Go to the relevant transaction (e.g., CT04 for characteristics) and check if the value source exists and is correctly configured.
  If the value source has been deleted or is inactive, you may need to recreate or reactivate it.
  
  
  
  Correct Typographical Errors:
  
  Ensure that there are no typographical errors in the attribute or value source names.
  
  
  
  Check Authorization:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access the value source and attribute.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific error message for any additional guidance or known issues.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If you have access to debugging tools, you can trace the execution to see where the error is being triggered and gather more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CT04 (Characteristics), CT03 (Display Characteristics), and QGM1 (Manage Quality Management) for managing attributes and value sources.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP support team or consult with an SAP expert for further assistance.