How To Fix QS151 - No characteristic was selected

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: QS - QM: Master data

• Message number: 151

• Message text: No characteristic was selected

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QS151 - No characteristic was selected ?

  The SAP error message QS151 ("No characteristic was selected") typically occurs in the context of Quality Management (QM) or when working with characteristics in SAP. This error indicates that the system expects a characteristic to be selected for a particular operation, but none has been chosen.
  Causes:
  
  No Characteristics Defined: The most common cause is that there are no characteristics defined for the inspection plan or the inspection lot.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration of the inspection plan may not be set up correctly, leading to the absence of selectable characteristics.
  Selection Criteria: The selection criteria for characteristics may not be met, resulting in no characteristics being available for selection.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or select certain characteristics.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Inspection Plan:
  
  Go to the inspection plan associated with the inspection lot and verify that characteristics are defined.
  Ensure that the characteristics are active and correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Define Characteristics:
  
  If no characteristics are defined, you will need to create and assign them to the inspection plan.
  Use transaction codes like QP01 (Create Inspection Plan) or QP02 (Change Inspection Plan) to manage characteristics.
  
  
  
  Review Selection Criteria:
  
  Ensure that the selection criteria for characteristics are correctly set up. This may involve checking the configuration settings in the Quality Management module.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and select characteristics. This may involve checking user roles and permissions.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to Quality Management and characteristics to ensure that all necessary steps have been followed.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as QP01, QP02, QA32 (for inspection lot processing), and QA11 (for usage decision).
  Quality Management Configuration: Understanding the configuration of the Quality Management module can help in troubleshooting and resolving issues related to characteristics.
  SAP Community: Engaging with the SAP Community or forums can provide insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a technical consultant for further assistance.