How To Fix QP097 - Cond.char. &: There is no preceding required charac. in the operation

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: QP - Message IDs for function module group QPAA

• Message number: 097

• Message text: Cond.char. &: There is no preceding required charac. in the operation

INCLUDE 'QP087' OBJECT DOKU ID NA LANGUAGE E

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QP097 - Cond.char. &: There is no preceding required charac. in the operation ?

  The SAP error message QP097 ("Cond.char. &: There is no preceding required charac. in the operation") typically occurs in the context of Quality Management (QM) when dealing with inspection characteristics in a quality inspection plan. This error indicates that there is a condition characteristic defined in the inspection plan that requires a preceding characteristic, but none is defined.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Preceding Characteristic: The error arises when a condition characteristic is set up to depend on another characteristic that is not defined or is missing in the inspection plan.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration of the inspection characteristics may not be set up correctly, leading to dependencies that cannot be satisfied.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a mistake in the data entry where the preceding characteristic was not included or was incorrectly specified.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Inspection Plan: Review the inspection plan to ensure that all required preceding characteristics are defined. You can do this by navigating to the inspection plan in the SAP QM module and checking the characteristics.
  Modify Condition Characteristic: If the preceding characteristic is not needed, consider modifying or removing the condition characteristic from the inspection plan.
  Add Missing Characteristic: If the preceding characteristic is necessary, add it to the inspection plan to satisfy the dependency.
  Review Characteristic Dependencies: Ensure that the dependencies between characteristics are correctly defined and that all required characteristics are included in the inspection plan.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on setting up inspection characteristics and their dependencies.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like QP01 (Create Inspection Plan), QP02 (Change Inspection Plan), or QP03 (Display Inspection Plan) to manage inspection plans.
  Quality Management Configuration: Familiarize yourself with the configuration settings in the Quality Management module, especially regarding inspection characteristics and their dependencies.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or provide updates related to this error message.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in SAP QM for further assistance.