How To Fix QC024 - Class characteristic &1 is not released for use

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: QC - QM: Certificates

• Message number: 024

• Message text: Class characteristic &1 is not released for use

What causes this issue?

You can use the class characteristic only after it has been released.

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?

First release the class characteristic by setting the status
accordingly.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QC024 - Class characteristic &1 is not released for use ?

  The SAP error message QC024, which states "Class characteristic &1 is not released for use," typically occurs in the context of Quality Management (QM) when you are trying to use a characteristic in a class that has not been released for use in the relevant context (e.g., inspection plans, quality notifications, etc.).
  Cause:
  
  Characteristic Not Released: The characteristic you are trying to use has not been marked as "released" in the classification system.
  Incorrect Status: The characteristic may be in a status that does not allow it to be used in the current context.
  Authorization Issues: There may be authorization issues preventing the characteristic from being accessed or used.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the QC024 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Characteristic Status:
  
  Go to the classification view in SAP (Transaction CL02 for changing characteristics).
  Find the characteristic in question (using the name or ID).
  Check if the characteristic is marked as "released." If it is not, you will need to release it.
  
  
  
  Release the Characteristic:
  
  If the characteristic is not released, you can release it by changing its status. This typically involves:
  
  Selecting the characteristic.
  Changing the status to "released" or "active."
  Saving your changes.
  
  
  
  
  
  Review Class Assignment:
  
  Ensure that the characteristic is correctly assigned to the class you are working with. You can check this in the class view (Transaction CL03).
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access and use the characteristic. If you suspect authorization issues, consult with your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the process of releasing characteristics or the implications of doing so, refer to SAP documentation or consult with a colleague who has experience in SAP QM.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CL02: Change Class Characteristic
  CL03: Display Class Characteristic
  CL01: Create Class Characteristic
  
  
  Quality Management (QM): Understanding how characteristics are used in inspection plans and quality notifications can help in troubleshooting.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the QC024 error and successfully use the characteristic in your SAP environment.