How To Fix QIE_SETUP018 - Names of properties must be unique

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: QIE_SETUP -

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Names of properties must be unique

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QIE_SETUP018 - Names of properties must be unique ?

  The SAP error message QIE_SETUP018 indicates that there is a conflict in the naming of properties within a certain context, typically related to the configuration of a Quality Inspection Engine (QIE) or similar setup in SAP. This error arises when two or more properties are defined with the same name, which violates the requirement for unique identifiers in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Property Names: The most common cause of this error is that during the setup of inspection characteristics or properties, two or more properties have been assigned the same name.
  Configuration Errors: Errors in the configuration process, such as copying properties or incorrect imports, can lead to duplicates.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system or from legacy data, it may contain duplicates that were not properly handled.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Identify Duplicate Properties:
  
  Review the list of properties in the relevant configuration area (e.g., Quality Inspection characteristics).
  Look for properties with the same name and identify the duplicates.
  
  
  
  Rename or Remove Duplicates:
  
  Rename the duplicate properties to ensure that each property has a unique name.
  If a duplicate is not needed, consider removing it from the configuration.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration Settings:
  
  Ensure that the configuration settings for the Quality Inspection Engine or related modules are correctly set up to prevent future duplicates.
  Validate the configuration against best practices and guidelines provided by SAP.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the configuration to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the system behaves as expected.
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  Document the changes made to the properties for future reference and to assist in troubleshooting if similar issues arise.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific guidance or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common issues.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  Training and Documentation: Review SAP training materials or documentation related to Quality Management and the Quality Inspection Engine to better understand property management and configuration best practices.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the QIE_SETUP018 error and ensure that your property names are unique within the SAP system.