How To Fix QP582 - Characteristic &1 is a conditional characteristic

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 582

• Message text: Characteristic &1 is a conditional characteristic

What causes this issue?

The characteristic that you want to copy, is already being checked in
conjunction with the previous required characteristic.
The characteristic is either a "conditional characteristic by
acceptance" or a "conditional characteristic by rejection".

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?

Check if the characteristic should continue to be checked in
conjunction with the previous required characteristic.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QP582 - Characteristic &1 is a conditional characteristic ?

  The SAP error message QP582 indicates that a characteristic is defined as a conditional characteristic in the context of Quality Management (QM) or other related modules. Conditional characteristics are those that are only relevant under certain conditions, and they may not be applicable in all scenarios.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when you attempt to use a conditional characteristic in a situation where it is not valid or applicable. This can happen in various contexts, such as when creating inspection plans, inspection lots, or quality notifications, where the system expects only non-conditional characteristics.
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Characteristic Definition:
  
  Go to the characteristic definition in the SAP system (transaction code CT04).
  Verify if the characteristic is indeed marked as conditional. If it is, assess whether it should be conditional based on your business requirements.
  
  
  
  Modify Characteristic Usage:
  
  If the characteristic should not be conditional, you can change its definition to a standard characteristic. This involves unchecking the conditional characteristic option in the characteristic settings.
  
  
  
  Review Inspection Plan:
  
  If you are working with an inspection plan, ensure that the characteristics included in the plan are appropriate for the inspection type you are using. Remove or replace the conditional characteristic if necessary.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources related to conditional characteristics to understand their intended use and limitations.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the process again to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the system behaves as expected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Conditional Characteristics: These are typically used in scenarios where certain characteristics are only relevant under specific conditions, such as certain materials, production processes, or quality requirements.
  Quality Management Module: Understanding how characteristics are used in the QM module can help in troubleshooting and configuring the system correctly.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might provide additional insights or solutions 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 who specializes in Quality Management.