How To Fix QS838 - Selected master inspection characteristics will be copied

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: QS - QM: Master data

• Message number: 838

• Message text: Selected master inspection characteristics will be copied

What causes this issue?

The master inspection characteristics in the selected lines are not
included in the material specification. These selections indicate that
a unique assignment exists between the class characteristic and master
inspection characteristic at master inspection characteristic level.

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?

If you want to copy the master inspection characteristics into the
material specification, choose <LS>Save.</>
If you do not want to save the assignments, delete them.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QS838 - Selected master inspection characteristics will be copied ?

  The SAP error message QS838 ("Selected master inspection characteristics will be copied") typically occurs in the context of Quality Management (QM) when you are trying to copy or create a new inspection plan or characteristic, and the system is indicating that certain master inspection characteristics are being copied.
  Cause:
  This message is not necessarily an error but rather a warning or informational message indicating that the system is set to copy existing master inspection characteristics into the new inspection plan or characteristic you are creating. This can happen in the following scenarios:
  
  Copying Inspection Plans: When you are copying an existing inspection plan, the system will copy the master inspection characteristics associated with that plan.
  Creating New Characteristics: If you are creating new characteristics based on existing ones, the system will inform you that it will copy the selected characteristics.
  
  Solution:
  To address this message, you can take the following steps:
  
  Review the Characteristics: Check the master inspection characteristics that are being copied. Ensure that they are appropriate for your new inspection plan or characteristic.
  Modify as Needed: If you do not want certain characteristics to be copied, you can manually deselect them before proceeding with the copy or creation process.
  Proceed with Caution: If you are okay with the characteristics being copied, you can proceed with the operation. The message is simply informing you of the action being taken.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Inspection Plans: Understand how inspection plans work in SAP QM and the role of master inspection characteristics.
  Quality Management Module: Familiarize yourself with the QM module in SAP, including how to create and manage inspection plans and characteristics.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on handling inspection plans and characteristics.
  
  If you encounter further issues or if the message is accompanied by other error messages, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP Notes for specific troubleshooting steps.