06875 - Supplier's/manufacturer's QA system inadequate in the case of & item(s)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 06 -

• Message number: 875

• Message text: Supplier's/manufacturer's QA system inadequate in the case of & item(s)

What causes this issue?

You cannot send the supplier a
<DS:GLOS.3526C0A5AFAB52B9E10000009B38F974>request for quotation (RFQ)
</> for these items because the latter's quality assurance system does
not meet the requirements of Quality Management for the relevant
material(s).

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 06875 - Supplier's/manufacturer's QA system inadequate in the case of & item(s) ?

  The SAP error message 06875, which states "Supplier's/manufacturer's QA system inadequate in the case of & item(s)," typically arises in the context of quality management (QM) within the SAP system. This error indicates that the quality assurance (QA) system of the supplier or manufacturer does not meet the required standards set by your organization or the specific quality criteria defined in the SAP system.
  Cause:
  
  Quality Management Settings: The supplier's quality management system may not comply with the quality requirements defined in your SAP system.
  Quality Info Records: There may be missing or incorrect quality information records (QIR) for the supplier or the specific materials/items.
  Material Master Data: The material master data may not have the necessary quality inspection settings or may be incorrectly configured.
  Supplier Evaluation: The supplier may have been evaluated and found lacking in certain quality metrics, leading to this error.
  Inspection Plans: There may be issues with the inspection plans associated with the materials/items in question.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Quality Info Records: Check the quality info records for the supplier and ensure that they are correctly maintained and meet the required standards.
  Update Material Master Data: Ensure that the material master data for the affected items is correctly configured, particularly in the quality management views.
  Supplier Evaluation: Conduct a review of the supplier's quality management system and address any deficiencies. This may involve working with the supplier to improve their QA processes.
  Inspection Plans: Verify that the inspection plans for the materials/items are correctly defined and that they align with the quality requirements.
  Consult with Quality Management Team: Engage with your organization's quality management team to understand the specific criteria that are not being met and to develop a plan for resolution.
  Documentation and Compliance: Ensure that all necessary documentation and compliance measures are in place for the supplier's QA system.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or updates regarding this error message.
  Quality Management Module: Familiarize yourself with the SAP Quality Management module, as it contains various functionalities related to supplier quality assurance.
  Training and Support: Consider training for staff involved in supplier management and quality assurance to better understand the requirements and processes involved.
  
  By addressing the underlying causes and ensuring compliance with quality standards, you can resolve the error and maintain effective supplier relationships.