How To Fix Q0213 - The indicator for valuating according to number of defects will be reset

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: Q0 - QM: Generally valid messages

• Message number: 213

• Message text: The indicator for valuating according to number of defects will be reset

What causes this issue?

The indicator for characteristic attributes is set. This excludes a
valuation according to the number of defects.

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?

Either confirm the warning message or remove the setting of the
indicator for characteristic attributes.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message Q0213 - The indicator for valuating according to number of defects will be reset ?

  The SAP error message Q0213, which states "The indicator for valuating according to number of defects will be reset," typically occurs in the context of quality management (QM) processes within SAP. This message is related to the valuation of inspection lots based on the number of defects found during quality inspections.
  Cause:
  The error message Q0213 is triggered when there is a discrepancy in the settings related to how defects are evaluated in the quality management module. Specifically, it can occur due to the following reasons:
  
  Configuration Settings: The configuration for the inspection lot or the material master may not be set up correctly to allow for valuation based on the number of defects.
  Inspection Type: The inspection type being used may not support defect-based valuation.
  Defect Class: The defect class or the way defects are recorded may not align with the valuation method.
  Quality Info Record: There may be issues with the quality info record that affect how defects are processed.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the Q0213 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP for Quality Management (Transaction SPRO).
  Navigate to the relevant settings for inspection lot processing and defect valuation.
  Ensure that the settings for the inspection type and valuation method are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Review Inspection Type:
  
  Verify that the inspection type you are using supports defect-based valuation.
  If necessary, change the inspection type to one that does support this feature.
  
  
  
  Inspect Material Master:
  
  Check the material master data for the material in question.
  Ensure that the quality management views are correctly maintained and that the valuation method is appropriate.
  
  
  
  Defect Class Review:
  
  Review the defect classes being used in the inspection lot.
  Ensure that they are set up correctly and that they align with the valuation method.
  
  
  
  Quality Info Record:
  
  Check the quality info record associated with the material and vendor.
  Make sure that it is correctly configured to support defect valuation.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the configuration of quality management processes.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on configuration.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as QA01 (Create Inspection Lot), QA02 (Change Inspection Lot), and QA03 (Display Inspection Lot) to manage inspection lots effectively.
  Training and Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP QM expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the Q0213 error and implement the necessary changes to resolve it.