How To Fix QPMS208 - Characteristic with insp. method cannot be a parameter characteristic

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 208

• Message text: Characteristic with insp. method cannot be a parameter characteristic

What causes this issue?

You want to turn a task list characteristic into a parameter
characteristic by creating a reference to a primary characteristic. An
inspection method has been entered for the existing characteristic.
However, an inspection method cannot be assigned to a parameter
characteristic.

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?

First, delete the inspection method for the existing task list
characteristic and set the reference to the primary characteristic, or
choose another task list characteristic without an inspection method to
convert the characteristic into a parameter characteristic.

Procedure for System Administrators

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QPMS208 - Characteristic with insp. method cannot be a parameter characteristic ?

  The SAP error message QPMS208 indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of a characteristic in the Quality Management (QM) module, specifically related to inspection methods and parameter characteristics. This error typically arises when a characteristic that is defined with an inspection method is incorrectly set as a parameter characteristic.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Characteristic Configuration: The characteristic in question is defined as a parameter characteristic, but it is also linked to an inspection method. In SAP QM, parameter characteristics are typically used for characteristics that do not require an inspection method.
  Inspection Method Misconfiguration: The inspection method assigned to the characteristic may not be compatible with the type of characteristic defined.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a mistake in the data entry or configuration settings when creating or modifying the characteristic.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the QPMS208 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Review Characteristic Settings:
  
  Go to the characteristic configuration in the SAP system (Transaction code: CT04).
  Check the settings of the characteristic that is causing the error.
  Ensure that if the characteristic is defined with an inspection method, it should not be marked as a parameter characteristic.
  
  
  
  Modify Characteristic Type:
  
  If the characteristic is intended to be a parameter characteristic, remove the inspection method assignment.
  Conversely, if the characteristic is meant to be linked to an inspection method, change its type to a suitable characteristic type that allows for inspection methods.
  
  
  
  Check Inspection Method:
  
  Verify that the inspection method assigned to the characteristic is appropriate for the type of characteristic you are using.
  You can check the inspection method settings in Transaction code: QMT1 or QMT2.
  
  
  
  Test Changes:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the configuration by creating a new inspection lot or performing the action that previously triggered the error to ensure that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the correct configuration, refer to SAP documentation or consult with a colleague who has experience in SAP QM configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or solutions for this specific error.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  Training and Documentation: Consider reviewing training materials or documentation related to SAP QM characteristics and inspection methods for a better understanding of how to configure them correctly.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the QPMS208 error and ensure that your characteristics are configured correctly in SAP QM.