How To Fix PQ162 - No scale was defined for "&1"

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PQ - HR-PD: Personnel Development

• Message number: 162

• Message text: No scale was defined for "&1"

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PQ162 - No scale was defined for "&1" ?

  The SAP error message PQ162 ("No scale was defined for '&1'") typically occurs in the context of SAP Production Planning (PP) or Quality Management (QM) when a scale is expected for a particular characteristic or measurement but has not been defined in the system. This can happen in scenarios involving inspection plans, quality characteristics, or production processes where specific measurement scales are required.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Scale Definition: The most common cause of this error is that the scale for a specific characteristic has not been defined in the system. This could be due to oversight during configuration or data entry.
  Incorrect Configuration: The characteristic may be incorrectly configured, leading to the system not recognizing the scale.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data or configuration settings that prevent the scale from being recognized.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Define the Scale:
  
  Go to the relevant transaction (e.g., QS21 for characteristics or QS22 for inspection plans).
  Check the characteristic that is causing the error and ensure that a scale is defined for it.
  If it is missing, create a new scale or assign an existing one that fits the requirement.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration settings for the characteristic in the Quality Management module.
  Ensure that the characteristic is set up correctly and that all necessary parameters, including scales, are defined.
  
  
  
  Inspect Inspection Plans:
  
  If the error occurs during the execution of an inspection plan, check the inspection plan for the relevant material and ensure that all characteristics have the appropriate scales defined.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Perform a consistency check on the master data related to the characteristic and the inspection plan to ensure there are no discrepancies.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on defining scales and characteristics in your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as QS21, QS22, QP01, and QP02 for managing quality characteristics and inspection plans.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to characteristics and scales in the system.
  Testing: After making changes, conduct tests to ensure that the error is resolved and that the system behaves as expected.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the PQ162 error and ensure that the necessary scales are defined for the relevant characteristics in your SAP system.