How To Fix QE044 - View for characteristic overview was changed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: QE - RM-QSS Fehlertexte zur Ergebniserfassung

• Message number: 044

• Message text: View for characteristic overview was changed

What causes this issue?

The predefined view from the operation or inspection type has been
changed by the program. This may be due to the following:
In the user master, a recording view is assigned to the user parameter
'QER'. If there is no default value for this user parameter, the
<LS>general</> view (single values and summarized results) is used.
The determined view is marked as <ZH>obsolete</>.

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?

The user parameter 'QERSMAL' must be initialized to be able to use
<ZH>obsolete</> recording views. You cannot delete the user parameter
from the user master.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QE044 - View for characteristic overview was changed ?

  The SAP error message QE044, which states "View for characteristic overview was changed," typically occurs in the context of Quality Management (QM) when there are changes made to the configuration of characteristics or views in the system. This message can arise during various operations, such as when trying to create or modify inspection plans, quality notifications, or other QM-related transactions.
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Changes: The error often indicates that the underlying configuration for the characteristic overview has been modified. This could be due to changes in the characteristics themselves, such as adding, deleting, or modifying characteristics in the inspection plan or master data.
  Transport Requests: If changes were transported from a development environment to a production environment, it might lead to inconsistencies if the views were not properly updated or if there are version mismatches.
  User Authorizations: Sometimes, the error can also be related to user authorizations, where the user does not have the necessary permissions to view or modify the changed characteristics.
  
  Solution:
  
  Refresh the View: If the view has changed, try refreshing the screen or re-entering the transaction to see if the error persists.
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings for the characteristics in the Quality Management module. Ensure that all necessary characteristics are correctly defined and that there are no inconsistencies.
  Transport Management: If the issue is related to transport requests, ensure that all relevant transports have been successfully imported and that the system is in sync. You may need to check the transport logs for any errors.
  User Authorizations: Verify that the user has the appropriate authorizations to access and modify the characteristics. If necessary, consult with your SAP security team to ensure that the user roles are correctly assigned.
  Consult Documentation: Check SAP Notes and documentation for any specific guidance related to the error message. SAP may have released updates or patches that address this issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may provide additional insights or fixes related to the QE044 error.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in QM, such as QP01 (Create Inspection Plan), QP02 (Change Inspection Plan), and QN01 (Create Quality Notification), as these may be where the error occurs.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to involve your SAP Basis or technical team for further investigation.