How To Fix QMIP_EA229 - Specification characteristic &1 allows for a lower specification limit

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 229

• Message text: Specification characteristic &1 allows for a lower specification limit

What causes this issue?

The control indicators from the master inspection characteristic and the
determined data from the specification characteristic are inconsistent.

System Response

The system adapts the control indicators of the task list characteristic
to the information from the master inspection characteristic.

How to fix this error?

Check 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.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QMIP_EA229 - Specification characteristic &1 allows for a lower specification limit ?

  The SAP error message QMIP_EA229 indicates that there is an issue with a specification characteristic in the Quality Management (QM) module. Specifically, it suggests that the characteristic in question allows for a lower specification limit, which may not be appropriate for the context in which it is being used.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Specification Limits: The characteristic may have been defined with a lower specification limit that is not suitable for the material or process being evaluated.
  Data Entry Errors: There may have been a mistake in entering the specification limits during the setup of the characteristic.
  Inconsistent Settings: The characteristic settings may not align with the requirements of the quality control process or the material specifications.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Review Characteristic Definition:
  
  Go to the characteristic definition in the SAP system and check the specification limits.
  Ensure that the lower specification limit is set correctly according to the quality requirements for the material or process.
  
  
  
  Adjust Specification Limits:
  
  If the lower specification limit is indeed incorrect, update it to reflect the appropriate value.
  Make sure that the limits are consistent with the quality standards and requirements.
  
  
  
  Check Related Master Data:
  
  Verify that the material master data and any related quality management settings are correctly configured.
  Ensure that the characteristic is properly linked to the relevant material and quality inspection plans.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any relevant documentation or guidelines related to the specification limits for the specific material or process.
  If necessary, consult with quality assurance or engineering teams to confirm the correct limits.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, perform a test inspection to ensure that the error message no longer appears and that the characteristic behaves as expected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Quality Management Module: This error is part of the QM module in SAP, which is used for managing quality inspections, quality control, and compliance with quality standards.
  Specification Limits: Specification limits are critical in quality management as they define the acceptable range for a characteristic. They are used to determine whether a product meets quality standards.
  SAP Notes and Documentation: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or additional guidance related to this error message. SAP's help documentation may also provide insights into best practices for setting up specification characteristics.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support or consult with a technical expert familiar with the QM module for further assistance.