How To Fix QE608 - You have confirmed numbers for an open marginal class

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 608

• Message text: You have confirmed numbers for an open marginal class

What causes this issue?

An open marginal class is outside the tolerance ranges predefined by
inspection planning, has no upper or lower limits, or extends up to the
plausiblity limits of the inspection characteristic.

System Response

When you confirm numbers for marginal classes, the system assumes that
for the calculation of statistics, such as, for example, mean value and
standard deviation, the marginal classes have the same width as real
classes within the predefined class range.

How to fix this error?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QE608 - You have confirmed numbers for an open marginal class ?

  The SAP error message QE608 ("You have confirmed numbers for an open marginal class") typically occurs in the context of Quality Management (QM) when dealing with inspection lots and their associated characteristics. This error indicates that there are confirmed quantities for a marginal class (a class of inspection characteristics that are not fully defined or are in a transitional state) that are still open, meaning that the inspection lot has not been fully processed or closed.
  Cause:
  
  Open Marginal Class: The error arises when there are confirmed results for characteristics that belong to a marginal class, but the inspection lot is still open. This can happen if the inspection lot has not been fully processed or if there are still outstanding tasks related to the inspection lot.
  Incomplete Processing: The inspection lot may not have been fully completed, or there may be pending actions that need to be addressed before the lot can be closed.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the Quality Management module that are not aligned with the current processing of inspection lots.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Inspection Lot Status: Review the status of the inspection lot in question. Ensure that all necessary steps have been completed, including any required confirmations or evaluations.
  Complete or Close the Inspection Lot: If the inspection lot is still open, complete any outstanding tasks and close the lot. This may involve entering final results, making necessary adjustments, or performing any required follow-up actions.
  Review Marginal Class Settings: Check the configuration of the marginal class in the Quality Management settings. Ensure that it is set up correctly and that there are no discrepancies that could lead to this error.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling marginal classes and inspection lots.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide insights specific to your system configuration or version.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Inspection Lot Management: Understanding how inspection lots are managed in SAP QM can help in troubleshooting similar issues.
  Quality Management Configuration: Familiarity with the configuration settings in the QM module can aid in preventing such errors in the future.
  SAP Notes and Knowledge Base: Check for any relevant SAP Notes or knowledge base articles that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the QE608 error and ensure that your inspection lots are processed correctly.