How To Fix QMIP_EA225 - Inconsistency of control indicator "quantitative characteristic" - &1 &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 225

• Message text: Inconsistency of control indicator "quantitative characteristic" - &1 &2

What causes this issue?

The control indicators of the master inspection characteristic and the
determined data from the specification characteristic are inconsistent.
The master inspection characteristic was defined as a qualitative
characteristic, but the characteristic data for the value assignment
type in the mapping table allow for quantitative data.

System Response

The system cannot continue processing.

How to fix this error?

Correct the control indicators of the master inspection characteristic
or the mapping table for the value assignment type.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QMIP_EA225 - Inconsistency of control indicator "quantitative characteristic" - &1 &2 ?

  The SAP error message QMIP_EA225 indicates an inconsistency related to the control indicator for a quantitative characteristic in the Quality Management (QM) module. This error typically arises when there is a mismatch or inconsistency in the configuration of quality characteristics, particularly when dealing with quantitative measurements.
  Cause:
  
  Inconsistent Configuration: The control indicators for the quantitative characteristics may not be set up correctly in the system. This can happen if the characteristics are defined with conflicting settings.
  Master Data Issues: There may be issues with the master data related to the material or inspection plan that is being used.
  Incorrect Characteristic Assignment: The characteristic may not be properly assigned to the inspection plan or the material master.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system, inconsistencies may arise due to differences in how characteristics are defined.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Characteristic Configuration: Review the configuration of the quantitative characteristics in the Quality Management settings. Ensure that the control indicators are set correctly.
  
  Go to the transaction code QS21 to check the characteristics.
  Verify that the characteristic is defined as a quantitative characteristic and that the control indicators are consistent.
  
  
  
  Inspect Inspection Plan: Check the inspection plan associated with the material. Ensure that the characteristics are correctly assigned and that there are no conflicts.
  
  Use transaction code QP01 to view and edit the inspection plan.
  
  
  
  Review Material Master: Ensure that the material master data is correctly set up and that the relevant quality management views are properly maintained.
  
  Use transaction code MM03 to view the material master.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks to identify any discrepancies in the data. This can help pinpoint the source of the inconsistency.
  
  Use transaction code QCC1 to perform a consistency check on the quality management data.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to QM error messages for additional guidance and troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. Provide them with the error message details and any relevant configuration information.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Quality Management Documentation: Review SAP's official documentation on Quality Management for best practices in setting up and managing quality characteristics.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the inconsistency indicated by the QMIP_EA225 error message.