How To Fix CQCL024 - Enter a sample quantity factor for the sample

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CQCL - Message for Class of Inspection Characteristics

• Message number: 024

• Message text: Enter a sample quantity factor for the sample

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CQCL024 - Enter a sample quantity factor for the sample ?

  The SAP error message CQCL024 ("Enter a sample quantity factor for the sample") typically occurs in the context of quality management processes, particularly when dealing with sampling procedures in inspection lots. This error indicates that the system requires a sample quantity factor to be defined for the sampling procedure you are trying to use.
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when:
  
  A sampling procedure is being used that requires a sample quantity factor, but it has not been defined in the system.
  The sampling procedure is not properly configured in the quality management settings.
  The inspection lot or the material being inspected does not have the necessary sampling information.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Sampling Procedure Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code QDV1 (Define Sampling Procedures) or QDV2 (Change Sampling Procedures).
  Ensure that the sampling procedure you are using has a sample quantity factor defined. If it does not, you will need to create or modify the sampling procedure to include this information.
  
  
  
  Define Sample Quantity Factor:
  
  In the sampling procedure configuration, look for the field where you can enter the sample quantity factor. This factor determines how many units will be sampled based on the lot size.
  Enter a valid sample quantity factor that meets your quality requirements.
  
  
  
  Check Inspection Lot Settings:
  
  Ensure that the inspection lot you are working with is correctly set up and that it references the appropriate sampling procedure.
  You can check the inspection lot details using transaction code QA03 (Display Inspection Lot).
  
  
  
  Review Material Master Data:
  
  Check the material master data to ensure that the quality management settings are correctly configured for the material in question. This includes verifying that the correct sampling procedure is assigned.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the correct settings or procedures, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP quality management team for guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  QDV1/QDV2: For defining and changing sampling procedures.
  QA03: For displaying inspection lots.
  MM02: For changing material master data.
  
  
  
  Quality Management (QM) Module:
  
  Familiarize yourself with the QM module in SAP, as it encompasses various processes related to quality control, including inspection planning, execution, and reporting.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or provide additional guidance related to sampling procedures and error messages.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CQCL024 error and proceed with your quality management tasks in SAP.