How To Fix QA126 - In charac. & &, unit & is not compatible with the unit & in the material

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: QA - QM : Inspection lots

• Message number: 126

• Message text: In charac. & &, unit & is not compatible with the unit & in the material

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QA126 - In charac. & &, unit & is not compatible with the unit & in the material ?

  The SAP error message QA126 indicates that there is a compatibility issue between the units of measure (UoM) for characteristics in the quality management (QM) module. Specifically, it suggests that the characteristic you are trying to use is defined with a unit of measure that is not compatible with the unit of measure defined for the material.
  Cause:
  
  Unit of Measure Mismatch: The characteristic you are trying to assign or use has a different unit of measure than what is defined for the material. For example, if the characteristic is defined in grams and the material is defined in kilograms, this will trigger the error.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a configuration issue in the material master or in the characteristic definition that leads to this incompatibility.
  Data Entry Errors: Incorrect data entry when creating or modifying characteristics or materials can lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Characteristic Definition: Go to the characteristic definition in the SAP system and verify the unit of measure assigned to the characteristic. Ensure that it matches the unit of measure used in the material master.
  
  Transaction Code: CT04 (for characteristics)
  
  
  
  Check Material Master: Review the material master data to confirm the unit of measure defined for the material.
  
  Transaction Code: MM03 (for material master display)
  
  
  
  Adjust Units of Measure: If there is a mismatch, you may need to adjust either the characteristic or the material master to ensure they are compatible. This may involve changing the unit of measure in the characteristic or redefining the material's unit of measure.
  
  
  Recreate Characteristics: If the issue persists, consider recreating the characteristic with the correct unit of measure or consult with your SAP administrator for further assistance.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on unit of measure compatibility in the QM module.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Quality Management (QM): This module in SAP is used for managing quality in processes, including inspections and quality control.
  Units of Measure (UoM): In SAP, units of measure are critical for ensuring that quantities are correctly interpreted and processed. They must be consistent across all related data.
  Material Master Data: This is a central repository of information about materials in SAP, including descriptions, units of measure, and other relevant data.
  
  If you continue to experience issues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in the QM module.