How To Fix QE395 - Charac. &1 was not defined in the task list as a calculated charac.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 395

• Message text: Charac. &1 was not defined in the task list as a calculated charac.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QE395 - Charac. &1 was not defined in the task list as a calculated charac. ?

  The SAP error message QE395 indicates that a characteristic (denoted as &1) is not defined as a calculated characteristic in the task list for a quality inspection. This typically occurs in the context of Quality Management (QM) when you are trying to execute a task list that includes characteristics that are expected to be calculated but are not properly configured.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The characteristic in question has not been defined as a calculated characteristic in the task list.
  Task List Settings: The task list may not have been set up correctly to include the necessary characteristics.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a mistake in the data entry or selection of the task list.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Task List Configuration:
  
  Go to the task list in the SAP system (Transaction code: QMT1 for creating or QMT2 for changing).
  Verify that the characteristic in question is included in the task list and is marked as a calculated characteristic.
  
  
  
  Define the Characteristic:
  
  If the characteristic is not defined, you will need to add it to the task list and ensure it is set as a calculated characteristic.
  Ensure that the calculation formula or logic is correctly defined for the characteristic.
  
  
  
  Review Characteristic Settings:
  
  Check the settings of the characteristic in the characteristic master data (Transaction code: CT04).
  Ensure that the characteristic is set up correctly to be used in the context of the task list.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on setting up calculated characteristics in task lists.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the task list again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  QMT1 - Create Task List
  QMT2 - Change Task List
  CT04 - Change Characteristic
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  Quality Management Documentation: Review the Quality Management module documentation for best practices on setting up task lists and characteristics.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in Quality Management.