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How To Fix QC079 - Enter a characteristic category for characteristic &1


SAP Error Message - Details

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: QC - QM: Certificates

  • Message number: 079

  • Message text: Enter a characteristic category for characteristic &1

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  • What causes this issue?

    You have made a new entry &V1& but have not specified a characteristic
    category.

    System Response

    A characteristic cannot be inserted.

    How to fix this error?

    Specify a characteristic category.

    Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.


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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QC079 - Enter a characteristic category for characteristic &1 ?

    The SAP error message QC079, which states "Enter a characteristic category for characteristic &1," typically occurs in the context of Quality Management (QM) when you are trying to create or modify a characteristic in the system, but the system requires a characteristic category to be defined for that characteristic.

    Cause:

    The error is caused by the absence of a characteristic category for the specified characteristic. In SAP QM, characteristics are used to define the properties of a material or a process, and each characteristic must be assigned a category that determines how it will be used (e.g., whether it is a qualitative or quantitative characteristic).

    Solution:

    To resolve this error, you need to assign a characteristic category to the characteristic in question. Here are the steps to do this:

    1. Access the Characteristic Definition:

      • Go to the transaction code CT04 (Characteristic Maintenance) in SAP.
    2. Enter the Characteristic Name:

      • Input the name of the characteristic that is causing the error (the one indicated by &1 in the error message).
    3. Define the Characteristic Category:

      • In the characteristic maintenance screen, look for the field labeled "Characteristic Category."
      • Select the appropriate category from the dropdown list. Common categories include:
        • Qualitative: For characteristics that are described by text (e.g., color, smell).
        • Quantitative: For characteristics that are measured numerically (e.g., weight, length).
    4. Save the Changes:

      • After assigning the characteristic category, save your changes.
    5. Re-attempt the Operation:

      • Go back to the operation that triggered the error and try again.

    Related Information:

    • Characteristic Categories: Understanding the different types of characteristic categories is essential. Each category has specific attributes and behaviors in the context of quality inspections and evaluations.
    • Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on characteristic maintenance and the implications of different characteristic categories.
    • User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to create or modify characteristics in the system.
    • Consulting with QM Experts: If you are unsure about which category to assign, it may be helpful to consult with a Quality Management expert or a colleague familiar with the specific requirements of your organization.

    By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the QC079 error and successfully define the characteristic in SAP.

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