How To Fix QECOPY053 - Forbidden attribute for update of calculated charc &1 of lot &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: QECOPY - QM Data Transfer to an Inspection Lot

• Message number: 053

• Message text: Forbidden attribute for update of calculated charc &1 of lot &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QECOPY053 - Forbidden attribute for update of calculated charc &1 of lot &2 ?

  The SAP error message QECOPY053 indicates that there is an attempt to update a calculated characteristic of a lot, which is not allowed. This typically occurs in the context of Quality Management (QM) in SAP, where certain characteristics are derived from other data and are not meant to be manually updated.
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when:
  
  You are trying to modify a calculated characteristic (e.g., a characteristic that is derived from other characteristics or calculations) for a specific lot.
  The system is designed to prevent changes to these calculated characteristics to maintain data integrity and consistency.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, consider the following steps:
  
  
  Check Characteristic Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration of the characteristic in the Quality Management module. Ensure that the characteristic is indeed set as a calculated characteristic and that it is not intended to be updated manually.
  
  
  
  Review the Lot Data:
  
  Verify the data associated with the lot in question. Ensure that any changes you are trying to make are appropriate and do not conflict with the calculated nature of the characteristic.
  
  
  
  Use Alternative Methods:
  
  If you need to update the underlying data that affects the calculated characteristic, consider updating the source characteristics instead. This will allow the calculated characteristic to be updated automatically based on the new values.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more information on how calculated characteristics work and the implications of trying to update them.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unsure about the configuration or the implications of the changes you want to make, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Quality Management (QM): Understanding how characteristics are defined and used in QM can help in troubleshooting issues related to characteristics.
  Calculated Characteristics: Familiarize yourself with how calculated characteristics are set up in SAP and the rules governing their updates.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional context or solutions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the QECOPY053 error effectively.