How To Fix QE423 - You have not yet recorded single values for characteristic &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 423

• Message text: You have not yet recorded single values for characteristic &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QE423 - You have not yet recorded single values for characteristic &1 ?

  The SAP error message QE423, which states "You have not yet recorded single values for characteristic &1," typically occurs in the context of Quality Management (QM) when you are trying to record results for a characteristic that has not been defined with single values in the system.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Single Values: The characteristic in question has not been assigned any single values in the system. Single values are specific values that can be recorded for a characteristic during inspection.
  Incorrect Configuration: The characteristic may not be properly configured in the Quality Management module, leading to the inability to record values.
  Data Entry Issues: The user may be attempting to enter results for a characteristic that is not set up to accept results in the current context (e.g., during an inspection lot).
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Characteristic Configuration:
  
  Go to the characteristic configuration in the SAP system (transaction code CT04 for characteristics).
  Ensure that the characteristic has been defined with the appropriate single values. If not, you will need to create and assign single values.
  
  
  
  Define Single Values:
  
  If the characteristic is missing single values, you can create them by navigating to the characteristic's details and adding the necessary single values.
  
  
  
  Review Inspection Plan:
  
  Check the inspection plan associated with the inspection lot. Ensure that the characteristic is correctly defined in the inspection plan and that it includes the necessary single values.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorization:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to record results for the characteristic in question.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on configuring characteristics and recording results.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, try to record the results again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  CT04: Create/Change Characteristics
  QDP1: Create Inspection Plan
  QA32: Change Inspection Lot
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  Quality Management Module: Familiarize yourself with the QM module in SAP, as understanding how characteristics and inspection plans work will help in troubleshooting similar issues in the future.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in the Quality Management module.