How To Fix QPMS015 - Multiple specification for material-only assignment not possible

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: QPMS - Planning for Multiple Specifications and Parameter Chars

• Message number: 015

• Message text: Multiple specification for material-only assignment not possible

<ZH>&CAUSE&</>
The existing inspection plan has been defined for
<DS:DE.Q_MS_FLG>multiple specifications</>.
You want to edit dependent specifications for multiple specifications.
However, this is not possible for a <ZH>material-only
</> assignment.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Choose another material-task list assignment for editing multiple
specifications.
You can edit multiple specifications for the following material-task
list assignments:
Assignment of material, customer, and object type <ZH>Customer</> <ZH>or
</>
Assignment of material, multiple specifications object, and object type
<ZH>Object</> <ZH>or</>
Assignment of material, customer and multiple specifications object, and
object type <ZH>Object</> or <ZH>Customer</>

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QPMS015 - Multiple specification for material-only assignment not possible ?

  The SAP error message QPMS015 ("Multiple specification for material-only assignment not possible") typically occurs in the context of Quality Management (QM) when there is an attempt to assign multiple specifications to a material that is not allowed. This can happen in scenarios where the system expects a single specification for a material, but multiple specifications are being attempted.
  Cause:
  
  Multiple Specifications: The error is triggered when there are multiple specifications defined for a material in the system, and the system is configured to allow only one specification for that material.
  Configuration Settings: The configuration settings in the Quality Management module may restrict the assignment of multiple specifications to a single material.
  Data Entry Error: There may be an error in data entry where multiple specifications were inadvertently created for the same material.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Specifications: Check the specifications assigned to the material in question. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction in SAP (e.g., using transaction codes like QP01 for creating specifications or QP02 for changing them).
  Delete or Modify Specifications: If multiple specifications exist, you may need to delete or modify them to ensure that only one specification is assigned to the material.
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings in the Quality Management module to ensure that they align with your business requirements. You may need to consult with your SAP QM consultant or administrator to adjust these settings if necessary.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed guidance on managing specifications in the QM module.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as QP01 (Create Specification), QP02 (Change Specification), and QP03 (Display Specification).
  Quality Management Module: Understanding the overall structure and functionality of the Quality Management module in SAP can help in troubleshooting similar issues.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as they may provide additional insights or patches that could resolve the issue.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to make changes to specifications in the system.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.