How To Fix QS861 - QM characteristics and batch values cannot be compared

QS861 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: QS - QM: Master data

• Message number: 861

• Message text: QM characteristics and batch values cannot be compared

What causes this issue?

You cannot compare the results of the inspection characteristics and
the batch values, because <ZH>no link</> exists between the
characteristics.

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 the "Batch valuation without material specification" indicator is
not set in <DS:SIMG.SIMG_CFMENUOLQSOQS1>Customizing</>, you must create
a material specification, in which the master inspection
characteristics are linked to the class characteristics in the batch
class.
If the "Batch valuation without material specification" indicator is
set, it is sufficient if the master inspection characteristics are
linked to the class characteristics in the batch class. In this case,
you do not need a material specification.
&Hints&
Check the SAP exit QMSP0002, if this is active in your system.
Depending on the programming of this exit, the prerequisites given
above may be obsolete.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QS861 - QM characteristics and batch values cannot be compared ?

  The SAP error message QS861, which states "QM characteristics and batch values cannot be compared," typically occurs in the context of Quality Management (QM) when there is an attempt to compare characteristics of a batch with the corresponding values defined in the system. This error can arise due to several reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for finding a solution.
  Causes of QS861 Error
  
  
  Mismatch in Characteristic Definition: The characteristics defined in the Quality Management module may not match the characteristics of the batch. This can happen if the batch was created with different characteristics or if the characteristics have been changed after the batch was created.
  
  
  Batch Classification Issues: If the batch is not classified correctly or if the classification does not include the necessary characteristics, the system will not be able to compare the values.
  
  
  Missing or Incorrect Data: If the batch does not have the required data for the characteristics