How To Fix Q5018 - No characteristic results can be confirmed for this characteristic.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: Q5 - Messages for BAPIs in results recording

• Message number: 018

• Message text: No characteristic results can be confirmed for this characteristic.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message Q5018 - No characteristic results can be confirmed for this characteristic. ?

  The SAP error message Q5018 ("No characteristic results can be confirmed for this characteristic") typically occurs in the context of quality management (QM) when you are trying to confirm inspection results for a characteristic, but the system cannot find any results that match the specified criteria.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Results: The characteristic you are trying to confirm does not have any associated results in the system.
  Incorrect Characteristic Assignment: The characteristic may not be correctly assigned to the inspection lot or the inspection plan.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be errors in the data entry, such as incorrect lot numbers or characteristic values.
  Status of Inspection Lot: The inspection lot may be in a status that does not allow for confirmation (e.g., it may be closed or not yet released).
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the QM module that prevent the system from recognizing the characteristic results.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Inspection Results: Verify that the inspection results for the characteristic have been recorded in the system. You can do this by navigating to the inspection lot and checking the results.
  Review Characteristic Assignment: Ensure that the characteristic is correctly assigned to the inspection lot and that it is part of the inspection plan.
  Correct Data Entry: Double-check the data you are entering for the confirmation. Ensure that you are using the correct lot number and characteristic values.
  Inspect Lot Status: Check the status of the inspection lot to ensure it is open and available for confirmation. If it is closed, you may need to reopen it or create a new inspection lot.
  Configuration Review: If the issue persists, consult with your SAP QM configuration team to review the settings related to characteristics and inspection lots.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like QA32 (Display Inspection Lot) or QA11 (Record Results) to check the status and results of inspection lots.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for Quality Management to understand how characteristics and inspection results are managed within the system.
  
  If the problem continues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in SAP QM for further assistance.