How To Fix QS016 - Criterion & is not defined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: QS - QM: Master data

• Message number: 016

• Message text: Criterion & is not defined

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QS016 - Criterion & is not defined ?

  The SAP error message QS016 ("Criterion & is not defined") typically occurs in the context of Quality Management (QM) within SAP. This error indicates that a specific criterion that is expected to be defined in the system is missing or not properly configured.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Definition: The criterion referenced in the error message has not been defined in the system. This could be due to a configuration oversight or an incomplete setup.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the quality inspection characteristics may not be set up correctly, leading to the system not recognizing the criterion.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to quality management, such as missing master data or incorrect links between different components.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the Quality Management configuration settings in SAP.
  Ensure that the relevant criteria are defined in the system. This can typically be done through transaction codes like SPRO (SAP Project Reference Object) and navigating to the appropriate QM settings.
  
  
  
  Define Missing Criteria:
  
  If the criterion is indeed missing, you will need to create it. This can involve defining inspection characteristics, sampling procedures, or other relevant settings in the QM module.
  Use transaction codes like QS21 (Create Characteristic) or QS22 (Change Characteristic) to manage inspection characteristics.
  
  
  
  Check Master Data:
  
  Ensure that all necessary master data related to quality management is correctly set up. This includes material master records, inspection plans, and quality info records.
  Verify that the materials or batches you are working with have the correct quality management settings.
  
  
  
  Review Inspection Plans:
  
  If the error occurs during the execution of an inspection plan, check the inspection plan to ensure that all criteria are defined and linked correctly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the criteria you are working with. This can provide insights into what might be missing or misconfigured.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in the QM module, such as QA01 (Create Inspection Lot), QA02 (Change Inspection Lot), and QA03 (Display Inspection Lot).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to the QS016 error message, as they may provide specific fixes or patches that address known issues.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, providing additional insights or solutions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the QS016 error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.