How To Fix QP218 - Reference to char. & not valid because of dyn. modif.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 218

• Message text: Reference to char. & not valid because of dyn. modif.

What causes this issue?

The quality level for the referenced characteristic is to be used for
the current characteristic (characteristic link). This link, however,
is not valid. This may be due to one of the following reasons:
the referenced characteristic no longer exists
the referenced characteristic does not contain a dynamic modification
rule

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QP218 - Reference to char. & not valid because of dyn. modif. ?

  The SAP error message QP218 ("Reference to char. & not valid because of dyn. modif.") typically occurs in the context of quality management (QM) or when dealing with characteristics in inspection plans or quality notifications. This error indicates that there is an issue with the dynamic modification of a characteristic that is being referenced.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Dynamic Modification Issues: The characteristic you are trying to reference has been dynamically modified in a way that makes it invalid for the current context. This can happen if the characteristic is not set up correctly or if it has been changed after it was initially defined.
  Incorrect Characteristic Assignment: The characteristic may not be assigned correctly in the inspection plan or the quality notification.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the characteristic, such as missing values or incorrect configurations.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the QP218 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Characteristic Configuration:
  
  Go to the characteristic configuration in the SAP system and ensure that it is set up correctly. Verify that the characteristic is valid and has not been modified in a way that would make it unusable.
  
  
  
  Review Inspection Plan:
  
  If the error occurs in the context of an inspection plan, review the inspection plan to ensure that all characteristics are correctly assigned and that there are no discrepancies.
  
  
  
  Validate Dynamic Modifications:
  
  If dynamic modifications are being used, check the logic and conditions under which these modifications are applied. Ensure that they are valid and do not conflict with the current data.
  
  
  
  Check for Data Inconsistencies:
  
  Look for any inconsistencies in the data related to the characteristic. This may include checking for missing values or incorrect entries.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the characteristic and its configuration.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide insights specific to your system configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like QP01 (Create Inspection Plan), QP02 (Change Inspection Plan), or QP03 (Display Inspection Plan) to review and modify inspection plans.
  Quality Management Module: Familiarity with the Quality Management (QM) module in SAP can be beneficial, as it provides the context for understanding characteristics and inspection plans.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the QP218 error in your SAP system.