I would think not.
I've had mine off and on at least 4 times while on jack stands.
I don't think it would effect the torque value, but might effect the final geometry if the car "bends" while on jack stands with the plate off, and then when you put the plate back on you lock it into that unfavorable geometry, but I think that's pretty anal.
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