How To Fix RMSA450QM004 - Lower tolerance limit is greater than the upper tolerance limit

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RMSA450QM - RMS: ATL QM Message Texts for QM Title Element

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Lower tolerance limit is greater than the upper tolerance limit

What causes this issue?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

System Response

How to fix this error?

Enter a value that is less than the value for the upper tolerance
limit.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RMSA450QM004 - Lower tolerance limit is greater than the upper tolerance limit ?

  The SAP error message RMSA450QM004, which states "Lower tolerance limit is greater than the upper tolerance limit," typically occurs in the context of quality management (QM) within SAP. This error indicates that the defined lower tolerance limit for a quality characteristic is set higher than the upper tolerance limit, which is logically incorrect.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Data Entry: The most common cause is a mistake during the data entry process where the lower tolerance limit is inadvertently set higher than the upper tolerance limit.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the quality management settings in SAP, leading to incorrect tolerance limits being defined.
  Master Data Issues: The error can also arise from incorrect master data settings for materials or characteristics.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Review Tolerance Limits:
  
  Navigate to the relevant quality characteristic in the SAP system.
  Check the defined lower and upper tolerance limits.
  Correct the values so that the lower tolerance limit is less than or equal to the upper tolerance limit.
  
  
  
  Adjust Master Data:
  
  If the error is related to a specific material or characteristic, review the master data settings for that item.
  Ensure that all relevant quality characteristics have appropriate tolerance limits defined.
  
  
  
  Configuration Check:
  
  If you suspect a configuration issue, consult with your SAP QM module administrator or a consultant to review the configuration settings related to quality management and tolerance limits.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, perform a test to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the quality management processes function as expected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Quality Management (QM): This module in SAP is responsible for managing quality control processes, including inspections, quality planning, and quality notifications.
  Tolerance Limits: These are critical in quality management as they define acceptable ranges for quality characteristics. Properly defined limits are essential for effective quality control.
  SAP Notes and Documentation: If the issue persists or if you need further assistance, consider checking SAP Notes or the official SAP documentation for additional guidance on handling tolerance limits and related errors.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RMSA450QM004 error and ensure that your quality management processes are functioning correctly.