How To Fix QE118 - Characteristic & is not a controlling characteristic

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 118

• Message text: Characteristic & is not a controlling characteristic

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QE118 - Characteristic & is not a controlling characteristic ?

  The SAP error message QE118 indicates that a characteristic is not defined as a controlling characteristic in the context of Quality Management (QM) or other related modules. This error typically arises when you are trying to perform an operation that requires a characteristic to be a controlling characteristic, but it is not set up as such in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Characteristic Configuration: The characteristic in question is not marked as a controlling characteristic in the configuration settings.
  Master Data Issues: The characteristic may not be properly defined in the master data or may not be linked to the appropriate inspection plan or quality control process.
  Usage Context: The characteristic is being used in a context that requires it to be controlling, but it has not been set up accordingly.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Characteristic Settings:
  
  Go to the characteristic configuration in the SAP system (Transaction Code: CT04).
  Verify that the characteristic is set up correctly and is marked as a controlling characteristic if it needs to be.
  
  
  
  Modify Inspection Plan:
  
  If the characteristic is part of an inspection plan, check the inspection plan settings (Transaction Code: QP01/QP02).
  Ensure that the characteristic is included and configured correctly as a controlling characteristic.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the master data for the material or product associated with the characteristic to ensure that it is correctly linked to the quality management processes.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on how to configure characteristics and their roles in quality management.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the process again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Controlling Characteristics: These are characteristics that are used to control the quality of a product or process. They are essential for quality inspections and must be defined correctly in the system.
  Quality Management Module: Understanding the broader context of the Quality Management module in SAP can help in troubleshooting and resolving issues related to characteristics.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or provide additional guidance on this error message.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with an SAP expert or your organization's SAP support team for further assistance.