How To Fix QP390 - You cannot insert a characteristic after the last characteristic

QP390 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 390

• Message text: You cannot insert a characteristic after the last characteristic

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QP390 - You cannot insert a characteristic after the last characteristic ?

  The SAP error message QP390, "You cannot insert a characteristic after the last characteristic," typically occurs in the context of Quality Management (QM) when working with characteristics in a Quality Inspection Plan (QIP) or similar configuration. This error indicates that you are trying to add a new characteristic to a position that is not allowed, specifically after the last characteristic in the list.
  
  Cause:
  
  Positioning of Characteristics: The error arises when you attempt to insert a new characteristic after the last defined characteristic in the inspection plan. SAP does not allow characteristics to be added in this manner.
  Data Structure: The underlying data structure of the inspection plan may not support the insertion of new characteristics in the specified manner.
  User Permissions: In some cases, user permissions or settings may restrict modifications to the inspection plan.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Insert Before the Last Characteristic: Instead of trying to insert a characteristic after the last one, you should insert