How To Fix QP891 - Select other characteristic/assignment number or other change number

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 891

• Message text: Select other characteristic/assignment number or other change number

What causes this issue?

You want to create an inspection characteristic with a characteristic
number (or a dependent characteristic specification with an assignment
number) and with a change number/effectivity in a task list. However,
the characteristic with this characteristic number (or the dependent
characteristic specification with this assignment number) and with this
change number has previously been deleted.

System Response

The system does not allow this operation.

How to fix this error?

It is not possible to create inspection characteristics or dependent
characteristic specifications with the same characteristic number or
assignment number and the same change number/effectivity in the task
list more than once, even if this characteristic or dependent
characteristic specification has been deleted. This cannot be changed
without changing the database design. You can manually input a new
characteristic number for the characteristic or assignment number for
the dependent characteristic specification, or you can use a different
change number.

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

Note: This problem does not occur for change numbers that refer to a
date.

Procedure for System Administrators

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QP891 - Select other characteristic/assignment number or other change number ?

  The SAP error message QP891 ("Select other characteristic/assignment number or other change number") typically occurs in the context of Quality Management (QM) or when working with characteristics in the context of Quality Inspection or Quality Planning. This error indicates that the system is unable to find the specified characteristic or change number that you are trying to use.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Characteristic/Assignment Number: The characteristic or assignment number you are trying to use does not exist in the system or is not valid for the current context.
  Change Number Issues: The change number you are trying to use may not be valid or may not be assigned to the characteristic you are working with.
  Authorization Issues: You may not have the necessary authorizations to access the characteristic or change number.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the master data or configuration that prevent the system from recognizing the characteristic or change number.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Characteristic/Assignment Number: Double-check the characteristic or assignment number you are entering. Ensure that it is correct and exists in the system.
  Check Change Number: If you are using a change number, verify that it is valid and correctly assigned to the characteristic you are working with.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access the characteristic or change number. You may need to contact your SAP security team for assistance.
  Consult Master Data: Check the master data for the characteristic and ensure that it is properly configured and active.
  Use Transaction Codes: Use relevant transaction codes (like QP01, QP02, etc.) to navigate to the characteristic and verify its details.
  SAP Notes and Documentation: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP's support portal may have additional information or updates.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in the QM module, such as QP01 (Create Characteristic), QP02 (Change Characteristic), and QP03 (Display Characteristic).
  SAP Help Documentation: Refer to SAP's official documentation for Quality Management for detailed explanations of characteristics and change numbers.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a technical consultant who can analyze the issue in more detail.