How To Fix QE378 - Share was estimated for the characteristic

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 378

• Message text: Share was estimated for the characteristic

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QE378 - Share was estimated for the characteristic ?

  The SAP error message QE378, which states "Share was estimated for the characteristic," typically occurs in the context of Quality Management (QM) and is related to the handling of characteristics in quality inspections. This error indicates that the system has estimated a share for a characteristic, which may not be what you intended.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Data: The characteristic in question may not have sufficient data for the system to calculate an actual share, leading it to estimate instead.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the quality management settings, particularly around how characteristics are defined and how shares are calculated.
  Data Entry Errors: Incorrect or incomplete data entries in the inspection lot or characteristic settings can lead to this error.
  Statistical Methods: The statistical methods or algorithms used for calculating shares may not be properly set up or may not be applicable to the data available.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Characteristic Settings: Review the settings for the characteristic in question. Ensure that all necessary data is available and correctly configured.
  Review Inspection Lot Data: Look at the inspection lot data to ensure that all relevant measurements and results are entered correctly.
  Adjust Configuration: If the issue is related to configuration, you may need to adjust the settings in the Quality Management module to ensure that shares are calculated based on actual data rather than estimates.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the characteristic and share calculation methods.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Quality Management Module: Understanding the QM module and how it handles characteristics and inspection lots can provide insights into resolving this error.
  Statistical Process Control (SPC): Familiarity with SPC concepts may help in understanding how shares are calculated and the implications of estimated shares.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide updates and patches that could resolve the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the QE378 error and implement a solution to resolve it.