How To Fix QE501 - Enter a measured value for this quantitative characteristic

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 501

• Message text: Enter a measured value for this quantitative characteristic

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QE501 - Enter a measured value for this quantitative characteristic ?

  The SAP error message QE501 ("Enter a measured value for this quantitative characteristic") typically occurs in the context of quality management (QM) when you are trying to record inspection results for a characteristic that requires a measured value, but no value has been entered.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Measured Value: The most common cause of this error is that the user has not entered a measured value for a quantitative characteristic in the inspection lot.
  Incorrect Characteristic Type: The characteristic may be defined as a quantitative characteristic in the inspection plan, which requires a numerical value.
  Data Entry Error: The user may have overlooked entering the value or may have entered it in an incorrect format.
  
  Solution:
  
  Enter Measured Value: Ensure that you enter a valid measured value for the quantitative characteristic in the inspection results screen. This value should be a number that corresponds to the expected range for that characteristic.
  Check Characteristic Definition: Review the inspection plan to confirm that the characteristic is set up correctly as a quantitative characteristic and that it is configured to require a measured value.
  Format Check: Make sure that the value you are entering is in the correct format (e.g., decimal points, units of measure) as defined in the characteristic settings.
  Review Inspection Lot: If the inspection lot is in a status that does not allow for data entry, ensure that it is in the correct status to allow for recording results.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Inspection Plan: Check the inspection plan associated with the inspection lot to ensure that the characteristics are defined correctly.
  Quality Management Configuration: Review the configuration settings in the Quality Management module to ensure that the characteristics are set up according to your organization's requirements.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to enter inspection results in the system.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes or documentation that may provide additional insights or updates related to this error message.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP documentation for further troubleshooting.