How To Fix QE588 - No sample specifications exist for characteristic &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 588

• Message text: No sample specifications exist for characteristic &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QE588 - No sample specifications exist for characteristic & ?

  The SAP error message QE588 ("No sample specifications exist for characteristic &") typically occurs in the context of Quality Management (QM) when you are trying to perform a quality inspection or when you are working with inspection characteristics that do not have any associated sample specifications.
  Cause:
  The error indicates that there are no sample specifications defined for the inspection characteristic you are trying to use. This can happen for several reasons:
  
  Missing Sample Specifications: The sample specifications for the characteristic have not been created or are not assigned.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration for the inspection plan may not be set up correctly, leading to the absence of sample specifications.
  Characteristic Not Defined: The characteristic you are trying to use may not be defined in the context of the inspection plan or the material.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the QE588 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Inspection Plan:
  
  Go to the inspection plan associated with the material and check if the characteristic in question is included.
  Ensure that the characteristic is correctly defined and that it is linked to the appropriate inspection plan.
  
  
  
  Create Sample Specifications:
  
  If no sample specifications exist, you will need to create them. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., QP01 for creating an inspection plan) and defining the sample specifications for the characteristic.
  Ensure that you specify the sampling procedure and any other relevant details.
  
  
  
  Review Characteristic Settings:
  
  Check the settings for the characteristic in the Quality Management module. Make sure that it is set up to allow for sampling and that it is linked to the correct material and inspection plan.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on setting up sample specifications and inspection characteristics.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and modify inspection plans and sample specifications.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the process again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as QP01 (Create Inspection Plan), QP02 (Change Inspection Plan), and QP03 (Display Inspection Plan).
  Quality Management Configuration: Understanding the configuration settings in the Quality Management module can help prevent similar issues in the future.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional insights or patches that may address the issue.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant specializing in Quality Management.