How To Fix QP260 - Dynamic modification criteria &1 are inconsistent

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 260

• Message text: Dynamic modification criteria &1 are inconsistent

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QP260 - Dynamic modification criteria &1 are inconsistent ?

  The SAP error message QP260, which states "Dynamic modification criteria &1 are inconsistent," typically occurs in the context of Quality Management (QM) when there are issues with the dynamic modification criteria set for inspection plans or quality notifications. This error indicates that the criteria defined for dynamic modifications do not align correctly, leading to inconsistencies.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The dynamic modification criteria may not be configured correctly in the system. This could be due to missing or incorrect entries in the configuration settings.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the inspection plans or quality notifications, such as missing fields or incorrect values.
  Version Mismatch: If there are multiple versions of an inspection plan or quality notification, the criteria may not match across these versions.
  User Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or modify the dynamic modification criteria.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings for dynamic modification criteria in the Quality Management module. Ensure that all necessary fields are correctly filled and that there are no missing entries.
  Data Validation: Validate the data associated with the inspection plans or quality notifications. Check for any missing or incorrect values that could lead to inconsistencies.
  Review Inspection Plans: If applicable, check the versions of the inspection plans or quality notifications to ensure that the dynamic modification criteria are consistent across all versions.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that the user encountering the error has the appropriate authorizations to access and modify the dynamic modification criteria.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on dynamic modification criteria and how to resolve inconsistencies.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as QP01 (Create Inspection Plan), QP02 (Change Inspection Plan), and QP03 (Display Inspection Plan) to review and modify inspection plans.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the QP260 error message in SAP.