How To Fix QPCP074 - Characteristic &2 from FMEA &1 is not part of the control plan

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: QPCP - Control Plan

• Message number: 074

• Message text: Characteristic &2 from FMEA &1 is not part of the control plan

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QPCP074 - Characteristic &2 from FMEA &1 is not part of the control plan ?

  The SAP error message QPCP074 indicates that a characteristic from a Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA) is not included in the associated control plan. This error typically arises in the context of quality management and control processes within SAP, particularly when working with quality planning and control plans.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Characteristic in Control Plan: The characteristic referenced in the error message is defined in the FMEA but has not been included in the control plan.
  Data Synchronization Issues: There may be a lack of synchronization between the FMEA and the control plan, leading to discrepancies.
  Incorrect Configuration: The control plan may not have been set up correctly to include all relevant characteristics from the FMEA.
  Changes in FMEA: If the FMEA was updated or modified after the control plan was created, the changes may not have been reflected in the control plan.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Add the Characteristic to the Control Plan:
  
  Navigate to the control plan in SAP.
  Add the missing characteristic (identified as &2) to the control plan associated with the FMEA (identified as &1).
  Ensure that all relevant details for the characteristic are correctly filled out in the control plan.
  
  
  
  Review FMEA and Control Plan:
  
  Check the FMEA to ensure that all characteristics that need to be monitored are correctly defined.
  Review the control plan to ensure it aligns with the FMEA.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Perform a consistency check between the FMEA and the control plan to identify any other discrepancies.
  Use transaction codes like QPP1 (Create Control Plan) or QPP2 (Change Control Plan) to manage control plans.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on managing FMEA and control plans.
  If necessary, consult with a quality management expert or SAP support for assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  FMEA (Failure Mode and Effects Analysis): A systematic method for evaluating processes to identify where and how they might fail and assessing the relative impact of different failures.
  Control Plan: A document that describes the actions necessary to ensure that a process operates at its full potential to produce conforming product.
  Quality Management in SAP: SAP provides various modules and functionalities for managing quality, including quality planning, quality inspection, and quality control.
  
  By addressing the issue of the missing characteristic in the control plan, you can resolve the QPCP074 error and ensure that your quality management processes are aligned and effective.