How To Fix QP867 - The new characteristic is a calculated characteristic


QP867 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

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

  • Message number: 867

  • Message text: The new characteristic is a calculated characteristic

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  • What causes this issue?

    The indicator for the new characteristic specifies a formula
    calculation.

    System Response

    A central replacement is not possible, if the replacement
    characteristic is not a calculated characteristic with the same
    indicator setting.

    How to fix this error?

    Use a different master inspection characteristic or maintain the
    inspection plan manually.

    Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.


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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QP867 - The new characteristic is a calculated characteristic ?
    The SAP error message QP867, which states "The new characteristic is a calculated characteristic," typically occurs in the context of SAP Quality Management (QM) or SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when you are trying to create or modify a characteristic in a quality inspection plan or a similar context.
    
    Cause: The error indicates that the characteristic you are trying to create or modify is defined as a calculated characteristic. Calculated characteristics are those that derive their values based on other characteristics or formulas rather than being directly measured or inputted. This means that you cannot create a new characteristic that is intended to be a calculated characteristic without first ensuring that the underlying characteristics it depends on are properly defined and available.
    Solution: To resolve this error, you can take the following steps: Check Characteristic Definition: Ensure that the characteristic you are trying to create is not already defined as a calculated characteristic. If

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