How To Fix QE047 - For insp. unit &1 of charac. 2, no catalog confirmation posssible

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 047

• Message text: For insp. unit &1 of charac. 2, no catalog confirmation posssible

What causes this issue?

You want to confirm a code from a catalog for a unit to be inspected,
without having entered a result first.

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?

Enter a result for the unit to be inspected. Then you can select a code
from a catalog.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QE047 - For insp. unit &1 of charac. 2, no catalog confirmation posssible ?

  The SAP error message QE047 indicates that there is an issue with the inspection lot and the characteristic for which you are trying to create a catalog confirmation. Specifically, it states that for the inspection unit of a certain characteristic, no catalog confirmation is possible. This typically occurs in the context of quality management (QM) processes in SAP.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Catalog Entries: The characteristic you are trying to confirm may not have any associated catalog entries. Catalogs are used to define possible values for characteristics in quality inspections.
  Incorrect Characteristic Configuration: The characteristic may not be configured correctly in the system, leading to issues when trying to create confirmations.
  Inspection Lot Status: The status of the inspection lot may not allow for catalog confirmations. For example, if the lot is already completed or has been canceled, you may not be able to create a confirmation.
  Authorization Issues: There may be authorization issues preventing the user from accessing the necessary catalog entries or performing the confirmation.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Catalog Entries: Ensure that the characteristic has the appropriate catalog entries defined. You can do this by navigating to the catalog management in SAP and verifying that the entries exist for the characteristic in question.
  Review Characteristic Configuration: Check the configuration of the characteristic in the Quality Management module to ensure it is set up correctly. This includes checking the characteristic type and ensuring it is linked to the correct catalog.
  Inspect Inspection Lot Status: Verify the status of the inspection lot. If the lot is in a status that does not allow for confirmations, you may need to change the status or create a new inspection lot.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform catalog confirmations. This may involve checking user roles and permissions in the SAP system.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on handling catalog confirmations and related error messages.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like QA32 (for displaying inspection lots) or QE01 (for creating confirmations) to navigate and troubleshoot the issue.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Quality Management Configuration: Familiarize yourself with the configuration settings in the Quality Management module, particularly those related to characteristics and catalogs.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these areas, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant specializing in Quality Management.