How To Fix QE143 - Enter a master inspection characteristic

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 143

• Message text: Enter a master inspection characteristic

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QE143 - Enter a master inspection characteristic ?

  The SAP error message QE143, which states "Enter a master inspection characteristic," typically occurs in the Quality Management (QM) module when you are trying to create or process a quality inspection lot, but the system requires a master inspection characteristic (MIC) to be specified.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Master Inspection Characteristic: The most common cause of this error is that the system expects a master inspection characteristic to be defined for the inspection plan or the inspection lot, but none has been provided.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the inspection plan or the material master that prevent the MIC from being recognized.
  Data Entry Error: The user may have overlooked entering the required MIC in the relevant fields.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Inspection Plan: 
  
  Go to the inspection plan associated with the material and ensure that it has been properly defined with the necessary master inspection characteristics.
  Use transaction code QP01 to create or QP02 to change the inspection plan and verify that the MICs are correctly assigned.
  
  
  
  Enter MIC in the Inspection Lot:
  
  If you are processing an inspection lot, ensure that you are entering the required master inspection characteristic in the appropriate field.
  You can do this in the inspection lot screen by navigating to the characteristics tab and adding the necessary MIC.
  
  
  
  Review Material Master:
  
  Check the material master data to ensure that the quality management views are properly maintained. Use transaction code MM02 to modify the material master and ensure that the QM data is correctly set up.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to Quality Management to understand the requirements for master inspection characteristics.
  
  
  
  User Authorization: 
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to create or modify inspection plans and lots.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Master Inspection Characteristics (MIC): These are predefined characteristics that are used in quality inspections to specify what is being measured or tested. They can include attributes like dimensions, weight, or chemical properties.
  Quality Management Module: The QM module in SAP is used for managing quality in processes, including inspections, quality control, and compliance with standards.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  QP01: Create Inspection Plan
  QP02: Change Inspection Plan
  QA32: Change Inspection Lot
  QA11: Record Results for Inspection Lot
  
  
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in the QM module for further assistance.