How To Fix QP101 - Nominal values cannot be specified for tolerance key

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 101

• Message text: Nominal values cannot be specified for tolerance key

What causes this issue?

You cannot specify any nominal values for the tolerance key &V1&
because the indicator for target value-specific tolerances is not set
in the detail screen.

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

System Response

How to fix this error?

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QP101 - Nominal values cannot be specified for tolerance key ?

  The SAP error message QP101, which states "Nominal values cannot be specified for tolerance key," typically occurs in the context of quality management (QM) when you are trying to set up or modify a tolerance key in the system. This error indicates that the system does not allow you to specify nominal values for the tolerance key you are using.
  Cause:
  
  Tolerance Key Configuration: The tolerance key you are using may not be configured to accept nominal values. Tolerance keys can be set up in various ways, and some configurations do not allow for nominal values to be specified.
  Incorrect Master Data: The material master or inspection plan may have incorrect or incomplete data related to the tolerance key.
  Quality Inspection Setup: The quality inspection setup may not align with the requirements for the tolerance key being used.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Tolerance Key Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the tolerance key in the SAP system (Transaction Code: OQ01 for creating or OQ02 for changing).
  Verify if the tolerance key is set up to allow nominal values. If not, you may need to create a new tolerance key that allows nominal values or modify the existing one if possible.
  
  
  
  Review Inspection Plan:
  
  Check the inspection plan associated with the material. Ensure that the correct tolerance key is assigned and that it is configured properly.
  If necessary, update the inspection plan to use a different tolerance key that allows nominal values.
  
  
  
  Material Master Data:
  
  Review the material master data (Transaction Code: MM02) to ensure that the correct tolerance key is assigned to the material.
  Make sure that all relevant fields are filled out correctly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more information on tolerance keys and their configurations.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Tolerance Keys: Tolerance keys are used in quality management to define acceptable limits for measurements and characteristics during inspections.
  Quality Management Module: Understanding the broader context of the Quality Management module in SAP can help in troubleshooting issues related to inspections and quality control.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.