How To Fix QP874 - Master insp. characteristic &1 &2 &3 does not have a valid use in plans

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 874

• Message text: Master insp. characteristic &1 &2 &3 does not have a valid use in plans

What causes this issue?

No valid use in a plan exists for master inspection characteristic &V1&
&V2& &V3&.

System Response

The master inspection characteristic cannot be displayed.

How to fix this error?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QP874 - Master insp. characteristic &1 &2 &3 does not have a valid use in plans ?

  The SAP error message QP874 indicates that a master inspection characteristic (MIC) does not have a valid use in the inspection plans. This typically occurs when the inspection characteristic is not properly configured or is not assigned to the relevant inspection plan.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Configuration: The master inspection characteristic may not be correctly configured for the specific inspection plan.
  Missing Assignment: The MIC might not be assigned to the inspection plan or the characteristic is not relevant for the specific inspection lot.
  Status Issues: The MIC may be in a status that does not allow it to be used in inspection plans (e.g., it might be marked as inactive).
  Versioning Issues: If there are multiple versions of the inspection characteristic, the version being referenced may not be valid.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Master Inspection Characteristic:
  
  Go to the transaction code QMC1 (for creating MIC) or QMC2 (for changing MIC).
  Verify that the MIC is correctly defined and active.
  Ensure that the characteristic is set up with the correct data type and measurement unit.
  
  
  
  Review Inspection Plan:
  
  Use transaction code QP01 (for creating inspection plans) or QP02 (for changing inspection plans).
  Check if the MIC is included in the inspection plan and that it is relevant for the specific inspection lot.
  If the MIC is missing, add it to the inspection plan.
  
  
  
  Check Status:
  
  Ensure that the MIC is not marked as inactive or in a status that prevents its use.
  If necessary, change the status of the MIC to active.
  
  
  
  Version Control:
  
  If there are multiple versions of the MIC, ensure that the correct version is being referenced in the inspection plan.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to Quality Management (QM) for additional guidance on configuring MICs and inspection plans.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the inspection plan to ensure that the error message no longer appears.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  QMC1 - Create Master Inspection Characteristic
  QMC2 - Change Master Inspection Characteristic
  QP01 - Create Inspection Plan
  QP02 - Change Inspection Plan
  
  
  Quality Management (QM) Module: Understanding the QM module in SAP can help in troubleshooting and configuring inspection characteristics and plans effectively.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues 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 refer to SAP community forums for further assistance.