How To Fix QECOPY055 - Status 6 not possible for characteristic &1 of inspection lot &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 055

• Message text: Status 6 not possible for characteristic &1 of inspection lot &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QECOPY055 - Status 6 not possible for characteristic &1 of inspection lot &2 ?

  The SAP error message QECOPY055 with the status 6 not possible for characteristic &1 of inspection lot &2 typically occurs in the context of Quality Management (QM) when trying to copy or process inspection lot data. This error indicates that the system cannot copy the data for a specific characteristic of the inspection lot due to its status.
  Cause:
  The error is generally caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  
  Status of the Inspection Lot: The inspection lot has a status that does not allow for the copying of data. For example, if the inspection lot is in a status that is not allowed for the operation you are trying to perform (like "Completed" or "Cancelled"), you will encounter this error.
  
  
  Characteristic Configuration: The characteristic in question may have specific settings or restrictions that prevent it from being copied. This could be due to the characteristic being marked as "not relevant" for the operation or having a specific status that restricts its use.
  
  
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be issues with the data integrity of the inspection lot or the characteristics associated with it, leading to the inability to perform the desired operation.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Inspection Lot Status: Review the status of the inspection lot (using transaction code QA32 or QA03) to ensure it is in a state that allows for the operation you are trying to perform. If the lot is completed or has a status that restricts copying, you may need to change the status or create a new inspection lot.
  
  
  Review Characteristic Settings: Check the configuration of the characteristic in question. Ensure that it is set up correctly and is relevant for the operation you are trying to perform. You can do this by navigating to the characteristic settings in the Quality Management module.
  
  
  Data Consistency Check: Perform a data consistency check to ensure that there are no issues with the inspection lot or its characteristics. This may involve checking for missing data or inconsistencies in the characteristic values.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details about the characteristic and its allowed statuses. This can provide insights into why the error is occurring.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They can provide more detailed troubleshooting based on your specific system configuration and version.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as QA32 (Display Inspection Lot), QA03 (Display Inspection Lot), and QA11 (Record Results) to navigate and check the status of inspection lots.
  Quality Management Configuration: Understanding the configuration settings for Quality Management in SAP can help in troubleshooting similar issues in the future.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional guidance on handling it.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.