How To Fix QS864 - For the charac., there is at most one relevant value for classification

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: QS - QM: Master data

• Message number: 864

• Message text: For the charac., there is at most one relevant value for classification

What causes this issue?

You selected an inspection characteristic for which either no values or
exactly one value should be carried over to the classification. There is
no detailed information for such a 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?

Select the function <LS>Details</> for an inspection characteristic
that, according to the list, has more than one measured value.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QS864 - For the charac., there is at most one relevant value for classification ?

  The SAP error message QS864 indicates that there is an issue with the classification of a material or object in the SAP system. Specifically, it means that for the characteristic in question, there is at most one relevant value that can be assigned, but the system has detected multiple values or an inconsistency.
  Cause:
  
  Multiple Values Assigned: The characteristic in question may have multiple values assigned to it in the classification system, which is not allowed if the characteristic is defined to accept only one value.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration of the characteristic in the classification system may not align with the data being entered.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a mistake in the data entry process where multiple values were inadvertently assigned to a single characteristic.
  Master Data Issues: The master data for the material or object may be incorrectly set up, leading to conflicts in classification.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Characteristic Configuration: Review the configuration of the characteristic in the classification system to ensure it is set up correctly to accept only one value.
  Review Assigned Values: Go to the classification data for the material or object and check the assigned values for the characteristic. Ensure that only one value is assigned.
  Correct Data Entry: If multiple values are found, correct the data entry by removing the extra values and ensuring that only the relevant value is retained.
  Update Master Data: If the issue is related to master data, update the master data to ensure it aligns with the classification requirements.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the characteristic and classification setup.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Classification System: Understand how the classification system works in SAP, including how characteristics and values are defined and managed.
  Material Master: Familiarize yourself with the material master data and how it interacts with classification.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Roles and Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to make changes to the classification data.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with an SAP expert or your organization's SAP support team for further assistance.