How To Fix QETB027 - There are no characteristics available with long-term inspections

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: QETB - QM Toolbox

• Message number: 027

• Message text: There are no characteristics available with long-term inspections

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QETB027 - There are no characteristics available with long-term inspections ?

  The SAP error message QETB027, which states "There are no characteristics available with long-term inspections," typically occurs in the context of Quality Management (QM) when you are trying to create or manage long-term inspection plans. This error indicates that the system cannot find any characteristics that are defined for long-term inspections in the specified inspection plan.
  Causes:
  
  No Characteristics Defined: The most common cause is that there are no characteristics assigned to the long-term inspection plan you are trying to use.
  Incorrect Inspection Plan: You may be referencing an inspection plan that is not set up for long-term inspections.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the quality management module, particularly related to long-term inspections.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the characteristics.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Inspection Plan:
  
  Go to the inspection plan in question and verify that it has characteristics defined for long-term inspections.
  Use transaction code QP01 (Create Inspection Plan) or QP02 (Change Inspection Plan) to review the characteristics.
  
  
  
  Define Characteristics:
  
  If there are no characteristics defined, you will need to create them. Use transaction code QP01 to add characteristics to the inspection plan.
  Ensure that the characteristics are set up correctly for long-term inspections.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings for long-term inspections in the Quality Management module. This may involve reviewing the settings in the customizing (SPRO) for Quality Management.
  Ensure that the settings for long-term inspections are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and manage the characteristics related to long-term inspections. This may involve checking roles and permissions in the user profile.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed guidance on setting up long-term inspections and characteristics.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Long-Term Inspection: This is a type of inspection that is used to monitor the quality of materials over an extended period. It is often used in scenarios where quality needs to be assessed over time rather than at a single point.
  Characteristics: In SAP QM, characteristics are specific attributes or properties of a material that are measured during inspections. They can include dimensions, weight, chemical composition, etc.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as QP01, QP02, QP03 (Display Inspection Plan), and QPR1 (Long-Term Inspection) for managing inspection plans and characteristics.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these areas, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in SAP QM for further assistance.