How To Fix QP491 - Time period of the tolerance change is not within the validity range

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 491

• Message text: Time period of the tolerance change is not within the validity range

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QP491 - Time period of the tolerance change is not within the validity range ?

  The SAP error message QP491, which states "Time period of the tolerance change is not within the validity range," typically occurs in the context of Quality Management (QM) when you are trying to change the tolerance limits for a quality inspection characteristic. This error indicates that the time period you are trying to set for the tolerance change does not fall within the defined validity range of the characteristic.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Time Period: The time period you are trying to set for the tolerance change is outside the validity range that has been defined for the inspection characteristic.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration of the inspection characteristic may not allow for changes to be made in the specified time frame.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a mistake in the dates entered for the tolerance change.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Validity Dates: Review the validity dates of the inspection characteristic. Ensure that the time period you are trying to set for the tolerance change falls within these dates.
  Adjust Time Period: If the time period is indeed outside the validity range, adjust the dates to ensure they are within the allowed range.
  Review Characteristic Configuration: Check the configuration of the inspection characteristic in the Quality Management module to ensure that it is set up correctly and allows for the desired changes.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on managing tolerance changes and validity periods.
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as QCC1 (Create Inspection Characteristic) or QCC2 (Change Inspection Characteristic) to manage inspection characteristics.
  Quality Management Configuration: Familiarize yourself with the configuration settings in the Quality Management module, particularly those related to inspection characteristics and tolerance settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.