How To Fix /PM0/ABR_PM_ERRORS701 - No rating abbreviation exists for strength characteristic &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PM0/ABR_PM_ERRORS -

• Message number: 701

• Message text: No rating abbreviation exists for strength characteristic &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PM0/ABR_PM_ERRORS701 - No rating abbreviation exists for strength characteristic &1 ?

  The SAP error message /PM0/ABR_PM_ERRORS701 indicates that there is no rating abbreviation defined for the specified strength characteristic in the system. This error typically occurs in the context of Quality Management (QM) or Plant Maintenance (PM) modules when trying to evaluate or process characteristics that require a specific rating abbreviation.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Rating Abbreviation: The primary cause of this error is that the rating abbreviation for the specified strength characteristic (denoted by &1 in the error message) has not been defined in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be a configuration issue where the strength characteristic is not properly linked to a rating abbreviation.
  Data Entry Error: The characteristic might have been entered incorrectly, leading to a mismatch with existing rating abbreviations.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Define Rating Abbreviation:
  
  Go to the transaction code SPRO to access the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide.
  Navigate to Quality Management > Quality Planning > Characteristics > Define Rating Abbreviations.
  Check if the required rating abbreviation exists. If not, create a new rating abbreviation for the strength characteristic in question.
  
  
  
  Check Characteristic Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the strength characteristic is correctly configured to use the appropriate rating abbreviation.
  You can check this in the characteristic settings under the relevant QM or PM configuration.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Verify that the master data related to the strength characteristic is correctly maintained and that it references the correct rating abbreviation.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the required rating abbreviation, consult the documentation or guidelines provided by your organization regarding the use of strength characteristics and their associated ratings.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the process again to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as QS21 (Create Characteristic), QS22 (Change Characteristic), and QS23 (Display Characteristic) for managing characteristics.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or additional guidance related to this error message.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the configuration and master data.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message and ensure that the strength characteristic is properly rated in your SAP system.