How To Fix PQ801 - Give scale & a name

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 801

• Message text: Give scale & a name

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PQ801 - Give scale & a name ?

  The SAP error message PQ801, which states "Give scale & a name," typically occurs in the context of production planning or quality management when a scale or measurement is required but not provided. This error can arise in various scenarios, such as when creating or modifying a quality inspection plan, or when dealing with characteristics that require specific scales for measurement.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Scale Information: The error usually indicates that a required scale (e.g., a measurement scale for a characteristic) has not been defined in the system.
  Incomplete Master Data: The master data for the material or characteristic may be incomplete or incorrectly configured.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the quality management module or the specific inspection plan.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Define Scale: Go to the relevant configuration settings in SAP and ensure that the required scale is defined. This can typically be done in the following way:
  
  Navigate to the transaction code for defining characteristics (e.g., QS21 for characteristics).
  Ensure that the scale is assigned to the characteristic.
  
  
  
  Check Inspection Plan: If the error occurs while working with an inspection plan, check the inspection plan to ensure that all required fields, including scale and name, are filled out correctly.
  
  Use transaction code QP01 (Create Inspection Plan) or QP02 (Change Inspection Plan) to review the details.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data: Ensure that the material master data is complete and that all necessary fields are filled out. You can check this using transaction code MM03 (Display Material).
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the specific scales or characteristics needed, consult the SAP documentation or your organization's quality management guidelines.
  
  
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the inspection plans or characteristics.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  QP01/QP02: Create/Change Inspection Plan
  QS21: Create Characteristic
  MM03: Display Material Master
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Training: Consider training or resources on SAP Quality Management to better understand how to manage inspection plans and characteristics.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in the Quality Management module.