How To Fix QS096 - You cannot link class characteristic & to the master insp. characteristic

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: QS - QM: Master data

• Message number: 096

• Message text: You cannot link class characteristic & to the master insp. characteristic

What causes this issue?

To link a master inspection characteristic to a class characteristic,
the class characteristic has to fulfill one of the following criteria:
The class characteristic is of type "NUM".
The class characteristic is of type "CHAR". In this case, a selected
set from catalog 1 must also be assigned to the class 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?

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QS096 - You cannot link class characteristic & to the master insp. characteristic ?

  The SAP error message QS096 indicates that there is an issue with linking a class characteristic to a master inspection characteristic in the Quality Management (QM) module. This error typically arises when there is a mismatch or an incorrect configuration in the characteristics or classes involved.
  Cause:
  
  Incompatible Characteristics: The class characteristic you are trying to link may not be compatible with the master inspection characteristic. This can happen if the data types or the characteristic attributes do not match.
  Missing Configuration: The class or characteristic may not be properly configured in the system. For example, the class might not be assigned to the correct characteristic type.
  Incorrect Class Assignment: The class characteristic may not be assigned to the correct class type that is expected for the master inspection characteristic.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the linking operation.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Compatibility: Verify that the class characteristic and the master inspection characteristic are compatible. Ensure that they have the same data type and that their attributes align.
  Review Configuration: Go to the configuration settings for both the class and the characteristics. Ensure that they are set up correctly and that the class is assigned to the appropriate characteristic type.
  Correct Class Assignment: If the class characteristic is not assigned correctly, reassign it to the appropriate class that matches the master inspection characteristic.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to link characteristics. If not, contact your SAP administrator to grant the required authorizations.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on linking characteristics in the QM module.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like CL02 (Change Class) or QS21 (Create Master Inspection Characteristic) to review or modify the characteristics.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues or provide additional guidance on this error.
  Quality Management Configuration: Familiarize yourself with the configuration settings in the Quality Management module, particularly those related to characteristics and classes.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with an SAP QM expert or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.