How To Fix QE468 - Open conditional characs. still exist for the controlling characteristic

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 468

• Message text: Open conditional characs. still exist for the controlling characteristic

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QE468 - Open conditional characs. still exist for the controlling characteristic ?

  The SAP error message QE468 ("Open conditional characs. still exist for the controlling characteristic") typically occurs in the context of Quality Management (QM) when you are trying to perform an action that requires all conditional characteristics to be closed or resolved. This error indicates that there are still open conditional characteristics associated with the controlling characteristic in a quality inspection lot or a similar context.
  Cause:
  
  Open Conditional Characteristics: The error arises when there are conditional characteristics that have not been fully evaluated or closed. These characteristics are often linked to specific conditions or criteria that must be met before the inspection lot can be processed further.
  Incomplete Data Entry: If the user has not completed the necessary data entry for the conditional characteristics, the system will not allow the action to proceed.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the inspection plan or the characteristics defined within it.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Conditional Characteristics: Check the inspection lot or the relevant quality management document to identify which conditional characteristics are still open. You can do this by navigating to the inspection lot and reviewing the characteristics assigned to it.
  Complete Required Entries: Ensure that all required entries for the open conditional characteristics are completed. This may involve entering results, making decisions, or closing the characteristics as needed.
  Use Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like QA32 (for displaying inspection lots) or QA11 (for recording results) to manage and review the inspection lots and their characteristics.
  Check Inspection Plan: Review the inspection plan associated with the inspection lot to ensure that all characteristics are correctly defined and that there are no configuration issues.
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the characteristics or how to close them, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP QM functional consultant for guidance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. Sometimes, specific versions of SAP may have bugs that are addressed in later updates.
  User Manuals: Refer to the SAP Quality Management user manuals for detailed instructions on handling inspection lots and characteristics.
  Training: If you frequently encounter this error, consider additional training on SAP QM processes to better understand how to manage conditional characteristics and inspection lots.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the QE468 error and proceed with your quality management tasks in SAP.