How To Fix QP316 - First selected characteristic reached

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 316

• Message text: First selected characteristic reached

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QP316 - First selected characteristic reached ?

  The SAP error message QP316 "First selected characteristic reached" typically occurs in the context of Quality Management (QM) when working with inspection characteristics in a quality inspection plan. This error indicates that the system has reached the first selected characteristic in the inspection plan, and it may not be able to proceed further due to certain conditions not being met.
  Cause:
  
  Incomplete Inspection Plan: The inspection plan may not be fully defined or may lack necessary characteristics.
  Characteristic Configuration: The characteristics may not be properly configured or may have missing values that prevent further processing.
  Selection Criteria: The selection criteria for the characteristics may not be met, leading to the inability to proceed with the inspection.
  Data Issues: There may be issues with the data associated with the inspection lot or the material being inspected.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Inspection Plan: Check the inspection plan to ensure that all required characteristics are defined and configured correctly.
  Check Characteristic Settings: Verify the settings for the characteristics in the inspection plan. Ensure that they are correctly set up and that all necessary values are provided.
  Validate Selection Criteria: Ensure that the selection criteria for the characteristics are met. This may involve checking the material master data or the lot data.
  Inspect Data Integrity: Look for any data integrity issues that may be affecting the inspection lot or the characteristics. Correct any discrepancies found.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the characteristics and their configurations.
  
  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 the inspection plans.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance related to this error message.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access and modify inspection plans and characteristics.
  
  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 Quality Management for further assistance.