How To Fix RMSA450QM020 - Reference master inspection characteristics not allowed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 020

• Message text: Reference master inspection characteristics not allowed

What causes this issue?

You have chosen the
NO_REFERNC - <ZK>Sets and Locks "Cancel Reference" Indic.
(Inspection Chars)</> parameter
in Customizing for <ZK>Recipe Management</> in the
IMG activity <DS:SIMG.RMS_QM_10>Specify Environment Parameters</>. In
this case, master inspection characteristics of the type
"reference characteristic" are not permitted in the quality inspection.
You cannot normally use the reference characteristics on the screen
because they are hidden by default. However, it is possible to change
this standard setting. If you want to check whether a master inspection
characteristic is marked as a reference characteristic, call the
input help (F4) in the <ZK>Master Insp.Charac</> column on the <ZK>QM</>
tab page in Recipe Management. Under
<ZK>Copy Model/Reference</>, choose "All Characteristics". The
reference characteristic is marked
with an "X" in the last column of the hit list.
<ZH>Note:</> We recommend that you do not change this setting.
In Quality Management, master inspection characteristics are created as
<ZK>reference characteristics</>, <ZK>incomplete copy models</>, or
<ZK>complete copy models</>. You can look at the characteristic type of
the master inspection characteristic in the
<ZK>Display Master Insp. Characteristic Version</> function (QS24) under
<ZK>General Information</>.

System Response

How to fix this error?

Choose a master inspection characteristic of the type
<ZK>incomplete copy model</> or <ZK>complete copy model</>.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RMSA450QM020 - Reference master inspection characteristics not allowed ?

  The SAP error message RMSA450QM020, which states "Reference master inspection characteristics not allowed," typically occurs in the context of Quality Management (QM) in SAP. This error indicates that there is an issue with the configuration or usage of master inspection characteristics (MICs) in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The master inspection characteristics may not be properly configured in the system. This could include issues with the characteristic type or the way it is linked to the inspection plan.
  Reference Characteristics: The error may arise if you are trying to use a reference characteristic that is not allowed in the context you are working in. For example, certain characteristics may be restricted from being used as references in specific inspection plans or processes.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the inspection characteristics, such as missing or incorrect entries in the characteristic master data.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration of the master inspection characteristics in the SAP system. Ensure that they are set up correctly and that they are allowed to be used in the context you are working in.
  Review Inspection Plan: Check the inspection plan where the error occurred. Ensure that the characteristics being referenced are valid and that they are not marked as restricted or disallowed.
  Correct Data Entries: Verify the data entries related to the master inspection characteristics. Make sure that all required fields are filled out correctly and that there are no inconsistencies.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on how to configure and use master inspection characteristics properly.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide insights specific to your system configuration.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as QP01 (Create Inspection Plan), QP02 (Change Inspection Plan), and QP03 (Display Inspection Plan) to manage inspection plans and characteristics.
  Quality Management Module: Understanding the broader context of the Quality Management module in SAP can help in troubleshooting issues related to inspection characteristics.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as they may provide patches or additional guidance on resolving the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.