How To Fix QMIP_EA106 - No catalogs assigned to master inspection characteristic

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: QMIP_EA - QM: Inpection Planning - Insp. Plan and Master Insp. Chars

• Message number: 106

• Message text: No catalogs assigned to master inspection characteristic

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QMIP_EA106 - No catalogs assigned to master inspection characteristic ?

  The SAP error message QMIP_EA106 indicates that there are no catalogs assigned to a master inspection characteristic (MIC) in the Quality Management (QM) module. This error typically arises when you are trying to create or modify a master inspection characteristic that requires a catalog for its values, but none has been assigned.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Catalog Assignment: The primary cause of this error is that the master inspection characteristic does not have a catalog assigned to it. Catalogs are used in SAP QM to define a set of possible values for inspection characteristics.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the master inspection characteristic may not have been set up correctly, leading to the absence of a catalog.
  Data Entry Error: There may have been an oversight during the creation or modification of the master inspection characteristic, resulting in the omission of the catalog assignment.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you need to assign a catalog to the master inspection characteristic. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the Master Inspection Characteristic:
  
  Go to the transaction code QS21 (Create Master Inspection Characteristic) or QS22 (Change Master Inspection Characteristic) in SAP.
  
  
  
  Select the Characteristic:
  
  Enter the relevant details to find the master inspection characteristic that is causing the error.
  
  
  
  Assign a Catalog:
  
  In the characteristic details, look for the section where you can assign a catalog. This is usually found under the "Catalog" tab or section.
  Select an appropriate catalog from the list of available catalogs. If no catalogs are available, you may need to create a new catalog using transaction code QS23 (Create Catalog).
  
  
  
  Save Changes:
  
  After assigning the catalog, save your changes.
  
  
  
  Test the Characteristic:
  
  After making the changes, try to execute the process that was previously causing the error to ensure that it has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Catalogs in SAP QM: Catalogs are used to define a set of values for inspection characteristics, such as defects, measurement units, or other relevant data. They help standardize the values used in quality inspections.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  QS21: Create Master Inspection Characteristic
  QS22: Change Master Inspection Characteristic
  QS23: Create Catalog
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on configuring master inspection characteristics and catalogs in the Quality Management module.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP administrator or a functional consultant who specializes in SAP QM for further assistance.