How To Fix PQ813 - Do not specify gaps between suitability ranges

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 813

• Message text: Do not specify gaps between suitability ranges

What causes this issue?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

System Response

How to fix this error?

In the <ls>From /%</> field, enter the upper limit (less than or equal
to) for the suitability range. In the <ls>To /%</> field, enter the
lower limit (greater than) for the suitability range.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PQ813 - Do not specify gaps between suitability ranges ?

  The SAP error message PQ813 ("Do not specify gaps between suitability ranges") typically occurs in the context of SAP's Quality Management (QM) module, particularly when defining suitability ranges for characteristics in a quality inspection plan or similar configuration.
  Cause:
  This error arises when there are gaps or overlaps in the suitability ranges defined for a characteristic. For example, if you have defined a range of values for a characteristic (e.g., 1-10) and then define another range that starts after the first range ends (e.g., 12-15), this creates a gap (11) that is not allowed. The system expects continuous ranges without any gaps or overlaps.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to review and adjust the suitability ranges defined for the characteristic in question. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the Quality Inspection Plan: Go to the relevant transaction in SAP (e.g., QP01 for creating a new inspection plan or QP02 for changing an existing one).
  
  
  Review Suitability Ranges: Check the suitability ranges defined for the characteristic. Look for any gaps or overlaps between the ranges.
  
  
  Adjust Ranges: Modify the ranges to ensure they are continuous. For example, if you have ranges like 1-10 and 12-15, you could change the second range to 11-15 or adjust the first range to cover 1-12.
  
  
  Save Changes: After making the necessary adjustments, save the changes to the inspection plan.
  
  
  Test: If applicable, run a test to ensure that the error no longer appears and that the inspection plan functions as expected.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for Quality Management to understand how to define characteristics and suitability ranges properly.
  Training: If you are new to SAP QM, consider training sessions or resources that cover the basics of quality inspection planning and characteristics.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might provide additional insights or updates related to this error message.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where you can find discussions related to similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  By ensuring that your suitability ranges are defined correctly without gaps or overlaps, you should be able to resolve the PQ813 error effectively.