How To Fix QAM019 - Mapping &1, step &2 not unique

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: QAM - General Message Class for Quality Issue Management

• Message number: 019

• Message text: Mapping &1, step &2 not unique

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QAM019 - Mapping &1, step &2 not unique ?

  The SAP error message QAM019 indicates that there is a problem with the mapping of quality management (QM) data, specifically that the mapping for a certain step is not unique. This typically occurs in the context of quality inspection processes where the system expects a unique mapping for a specific quality characteristic or inspection step.
  Cause:
  The error can arise due to several reasons:
  
  Duplicate Entries: There may be multiple entries in the mapping table for the same characteristic or inspection step, leading to ambiguity.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration in the quality management settings, such as the assignment of inspection characteristics to inspection plans.
  Data Integrity Issues: Data inconsistencies or corruption in the master data related to quality management.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the QAM019 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Mapping Entries:
  
  Go to the relevant transaction (e.g., QAM1 for mapping) and review the entries for the characteristic and step mentioned in the error message.
  Ensure that there are no duplicate mappings for the same characteristic and step.
  
  
  
  Correct Duplicates:
  
  If you find duplicate entries, you will need to delete or correct them to ensure that each characteristic-step combination is unique.
  
  
  
  Review Inspection Plans:
  
  Check the inspection plans associated with the material or process in question. Ensure that the characteristics are correctly assigned and that there are no overlaps.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run data consistency checks in the quality management module to identify any other potential issues that may be causing the error.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the QAM019 error for any specific recommendations or patches that may apply to your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, especially if it appears to be a bug or requires deeper investigation.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as QAM1, QAM2, and QAM3 for managing quality mappings.
  Quality Management Configuration: Understanding the configuration settings in the Quality Management module can help prevent similar issues in the future.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to QAM019 for any known issues or fixes that may be applicable to your system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the QAM019 error in your SAP system.