How To Fix Q0208 - You can only record classed values using both specification limits

Q0208 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: Q0 - QM: Generally valid messages

• Message number: 208

• Message text: You can only record classed values using both specification limits

What causes this issue?

The "Classed recording" indicator requires both specification limits
for a quantitative characteristic.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Check whether both specification limits can be set or select another
recording type.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message Q0208 - You can only record classed values using both specification limits ?

  The SAP error message Q0208, "You can only record classed values using both specification limits," typically occurs in the context of quality management (QM) when you are trying to record inspection results for a characteristic that is defined as a classed value. This error indicates that the system requires both upper and lower specification limits to be defined for the characteristic in order to record the results.
  
  Cause:
  
  Classed Value Definition: The characteristic you are trying to record is defined as a classed value, which means it is expected to have specific limits for classification.
  Missing Specification Limits: Either the upper or lower specification limit is not set for the characteristic in the material master or inspection plan.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration of the inspection characteristic may not be set up correctly to allow for the recording of results.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Characteristic Definition:
  
  Go to the inspection characteristic definition in the inspection plan or material master.
  Ensure that