How To Fix QC027 - Class characteristic &1 is not available

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: QC - QM: Certificates

• Message number: 027

• Message text: Class characteristic &1 is not available

What causes this issue?

The class characteristic &V1& is not available.

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?

Check your entry.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QC027 - Class characteristic &1 is not available ?

  The SAP error message QC027, which states "Class characteristic &1 is not available," typically occurs in the context of Quality Management (QM) when you are trying to assign a characteristic to a class or when you are working with inspection lots, quality notifications, or similar functionalities.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Characteristic: The characteristic you are trying to use (indicated by &1) is not defined in the class or is not available in the system.
  Incorrect Class Assignment: The class you are working with may not have the characteristic assigned to it.
  Authorization Issues: There may be authorization issues preventing access to the characteristic.
  Data Inconsistency: There could be inconsistencies in the master data or configuration settings.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Characteristic Definition:
  
  Go to the transaction code CT04 (Characteristic) and verify if the characteristic exists and is correctly defined.
  Ensure that the characteristic is active and not marked for deletion.
  
  
  
  Verify Class Assignment:
  
  Use transaction code CL02 (Change Class) to check if the characteristic is assigned to the correct class.
  If it is not assigned, you can add it to the class.
  
  
  
  Check Authorization:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access the characteristic. You may need to consult with your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings related to the Quality Management module to ensure that everything is set up correctly.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency:
  
  If you suspect data inconsistencies, you may need to run consistency checks or consult with your SAP Basis team to resolve any underlying issues.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for additional context on the error message and troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CT04: Create/Change Characteristic
  CL02: Change Class
  CL03: Display Class
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Quality Management Documentation: Review the QM module documentation for best practices on managing characteristics and classes.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP support team or consult with an SAP expert for further assistance.