SAP Message QS861 - QM characteristics and batch values cannot be compared

Diagnosis
You cannot compare the results of the inspection characteristics andthe batch values, because no link exists between thecharacteristics.

Procedure

  • If the "Batch valuation without material specification" indicator is
  • not set in Customizing, you must createa material specification, in which the master inspectioncharacteristics are linked to the class characteristics in the batchclass.
    • If the "Batch valuation without material specification" indicator is
    • set, it is sufficient if the master inspection characteristics arelinked 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 givenabove may be obsolete.