How To Fix QI185 - You cannot enter a characteristic (MERKNR) for record type &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: QI - Notifications for interface modules for connecting subsyst.

• Message number: 185

• Message text: You cannot enter a characteristic (MERKNR) for record type &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QI185 - You cannot enter a characteristic (MERKNR) for record type &1 ?

  The SAP error message QI185 indicates that you are trying to enter a characteristic (specifically, the characteristic MERKNR) for a record type that does not allow it. This typically occurs in the context of Quality Management (QM) and is related to the handling of inspection characteristics and their associated record types.
  Cause:
  The error arises when:
  
  You are attempting to assign a characteristic (like MERKNR) to a record type that is not configured to accept it.
  The record type you are working with may not be set up to handle the specific characteristics you are trying to enter.
  There may be a mismatch between the characteristic and the record type in the configuration settings.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Record Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the record type in question. You can do this through the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide (IMG).
  Navigate to the relevant section for Quality Management and check the settings for the record type you are using.
  
  
  
  Review Characteristic Assignment:
  
  Ensure that the characteristic MERKNR is correctly assigned to the record type you are working with.
  If necessary, modify the configuration to allow the characteristic for that record type.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to Quality Management and characteristics to understand the limitations and requirements for the specific record type.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the characteristics and record types.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making any changes, perform a test to ensure that the error no longer occurs when you try to enter the characteristic.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like QCC1 (for creating characteristics) or QCC2 (for changing characteristics) to manage characteristics.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who specializes in Quality Management.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.