How To Fix QP673 - Enter a formula for calculating characteristic results

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 673

• Message text: Enter a formula for calculating characteristic results

What causes this issue?

INCLUDE QP_OBLIG OBJECT DOKU ID TX

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QP673 - Enter a formula for calculating characteristic results ?

  The SAP error message QP673, which states "Enter a formula for calculating characteristic results," typically occurs in the context of Quality Management (QM) when working with characteristics in quality inspection plans. This error indicates that a formula is required for calculating the results of a characteristic, but it has not been defined.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Formula: The characteristic in question does not have a formula assigned to it for calculating results.
  Incorrect Configuration: The characteristic may be configured incorrectly, or the necessary settings for the formula may not have been completed.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a data entry error where the formula field was left blank unintentionally.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the QP673 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Access the Characteristic:
  
  Go to the transaction code for managing characteristics (e.g., QS22 for changing inspection characteristics).
  Locate the characteristic that is causing the error.
  
  
  
  Define the Formula:
  
  In the characteristic details, look for the section where you can enter a formula for calculating results.
  Enter the appropriate formula that defines how the results should be calculated. This could involve mathematical operations or functions based on the data collected during inspections.
  
  
  
  Check Characteristic Type:
  
  Ensure that the characteristic type supports formula calculations. Some types may not require or allow formulas.
  
  
  
  Save Changes:
  
  After entering the formula, save your changes and exit the characteristic maintenance screen.
  
  
  
  Test the Inspection Plan:
  
  Go back to the inspection plan that uses this characteristic and try to execute it again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on defining characteristics and formulas in QM.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as QS21 (Create Inspection Characteristic), QS22 (Change Inspection Characteristic), and QP01 (Create Inspection Plan).
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to characteristics and inspection plans.
  Consult with Colleagues: If you are unsure about the formula to use, consult with colleagues or quality management experts within your organization.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the QP673 error and successfully define the necessary formula for your characteristic results in SAP.