How To Fix Q0405 - Specification determination rule &1 was started for characteristic &2


Q0405 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: Q0 - QM: Generally valid messages

  • Message number: 405

  • Message text: Specification determination rule &1 was started for characteristic &2

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message Q0405 - Specification determination rule &1 was started for characteristic &2 ?
    The SAP error message Q0405, which states "Specification determination rule &1 was started for characteristic &2," typically occurs in the context of Quality Management (QM) when the system is trying to determine a specification for a characteristic during the inspection process. This error can arise due to various reasons related to the configuration of specification determination rules or the characteristics themselves.
    Causes:
    
    Missing Specification Determination Rule: The specification determination rule referenced in the error message may not be properly defined or may be missing in the system.
    Incorrect Configuration: The configuration for the characteristic or the specification determination process may not be set up correctly.
    Characteristic Not Assigned: The characteristic in question may not be assigned to the relevant specification or may not be linked to the correct inspection plan.
    Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the master data or the inspection plan that prevent the system from determining the specification correctly.
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