How To Fix QPCP043 - Characteristc &1 is not distinguished as a formula

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: QPCP - Control Plan

• Message number: 043

• Message text: Characteristc &1 is not distinguished as a formula

What causes this issue?

You stored a control indicator for a characteristic that distinguishes
this as a calculated characteristic. However, you cannot create this
type of plan characteristic.

System Response

The system deactivates the <LS>Formula</> control indicator

How to fix this error?

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QPCP043 - Characteristc &1 is not distinguished as a formula ?

  The SAP error message QPCP043 indicates that a characteristic in the context of a formula is not being recognized as a distinguished characteristic. This typically occurs in the context of Quality Management (QM) or when working with characteristics in the context of inspection plans or quality notifications.
  Cause:
  
  Characteristic Definition: The characteristic in question may not be properly defined in the system. It might not be marked as a formula characteristic or may not have the necessary attributes set.
  Formula Configuration: The formula you are trying to use may not be correctly configured to include the characteristic. The system expects certain characteristics to be defined in a specific way to be used in formulas.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data or configuration that prevent the characteristic from being recognized correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Characteristic Definition:
  
  Go to the characteristic definition in the SAP system (transaction code CT04).
  Ensure that the characteristic is defined correctly and is marked as a formula characteristic if it is intended to be used in that context.
  
  
  
  Review Formula Configuration:
  
  Check the formula where the characteristic is being used (transaction code QPR1 for formula management).
  Ensure that the characteristic is included in the formula and that it is being referenced correctly.
  
  
  
  Validate Inspection Plan:
  
  If this error occurs in the context of an inspection plan, check the inspection plan configuration (transaction code QP01).
  Ensure that all characteristics used in the inspection plan are correctly defined and linked.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run consistency checks on the characteristics and formulas to identify any discrepancies.
  Use transaction codes like QCC1 for consistency checks in quality management.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on defining and using characteristics and formulas in your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, especially if this is a critical issue affecting business processes.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CT04: Characteristic Maintenance
  QPR1: Formula Management
  QP01: Create Inspection Plan
  QCC1: Consistency Check for Quality Management
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  User Forums: Consider visiting SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.