How To Fix QE459 - Characteristic (s) & could not be set for processing (see log)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 459

• Message text: Characteristic (s) & could not be set for processing (see log)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QE459 - Characteristic (s) & could not be set for processing (see log) ?

  The SAP error message QE459 indicates that one or more characteristics could not be set for processing in the context of quality management (QM) or inspection lot processing. This error typically arises during the inspection lot creation or processing phase when the system encounters issues with the characteristics defined for the inspection.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Characteristics: The characteristics that are supposed to be set for processing may not be defined in the system or may be missing from the inspection plan.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration of the inspection characteristics may be incorrect, leading to issues when the system tries to process them.
  Status Issues: The inspection lot or the characteristics may be in a status that does not allow them to be processed.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to process the characteristics.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the inspection lot or characteristics, such as missing values or incorrect data types.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Inspection Plan: Verify that the inspection plan associated with the inspection lot includes all the necessary characteristics and that they are correctly defined.
  Review Characteristic Configuration: Ensure that the characteristics are properly configured in the system. This includes checking the characteristic type, data type, and any dependencies.
  Inspect Lot Status: Check the status of the inspection lot to ensure it is in a state that allows processing. If necessary, change the status to allow processing.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to process the characteristics. This may involve checking user roles and permissions.
  Review Logs: Check the detailed logs for more specific error messages or warnings that can provide additional context on why the characteristics could not be set for processing.
  Data Validation: Validate the data associated with the inspection lot and characteristics to ensure there are no inconsistencies or missing values.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like QA32 (Display Inspection Lots) or QDP1 (Display Inspection Plan) to review the relevant data.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues related to this error message.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation on Quality Management for detailed information on inspection lots and characteristics.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.