How To Fix QP220 - No suitable characteristic found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 220

• Message text: No suitable characteristic found

What causes this issue?

The system could not find a characteristic that can be referenced.
Perhaps none of the characteristics in the operation 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 QP220 - No suitable characteristic found ?

  The SAP error message QP220 "No suitable characteristic found" typically occurs in the context of Quality Management (QM) when the system is unable to find a suitable characteristic for a specific inspection lot or quality inspection process. This can happen for various reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for resolving the issue.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Characteristics: The inspection plan may not have the necessary characteristics defined for the material or inspection lot being processed.
  Incorrect Inspection Plan: The inspection plan assigned to the material may not be appropriate or may not match the characteristics required for the inspection.
  Master Data Issues: The material master or the quality management settings may not be correctly configured, leading to the absence of required characteristics.
  Usage of Incorrect Version: If multiple versions of an inspection plan exist, the system may be referencing an outdated or incorrect version that lacks the necessary characteristics.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the Quality Management module that prevent the system from recognizing the characteristics.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Inspection Plan: Verify that the inspection plan assigned to the material includes the necessary characteristics. You can do this by navigating to the inspection plan in the SAP system and reviewing its details.
  Update or Create Characteristics: If the required characteristics are missing, you may need to add them to the inspection plan or create new characteristics in the system.
  Review Material Master Data: Ensure that the material master data is correctly set up, including the quality management views. Check if the material is assigned to the correct inspection plan.
  Use the Correct Version: If there are multiple versions of the inspection plan, ensure that the correct version is being used for the inspection lot.
  Consult Configuration Settings: Review the configuration settings in the Quality Management module to ensure that everything is set up correctly. This may involve checking the settings for characteristics and inspection plans.
  Check for Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the inspection plan and its characteristics.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like QP01 (Create Inspection Plan), QP02 (Change Inspection Plan), and QP03 (Display Inspection Plan) to manage inspection plans.
  Quality Management Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for detailed guidance on setting up and managing inspection plans and characteristics.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues 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 specializing in Quality Management for further assistance.