How To Fix EHQ017 - More than one inspection method available

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EHQ - QM: Messages

• Message number: 017

• Message text: More than one inspection method available

What causes this issue?

More than one inspection method is available for the same substance
value assignment type and usage.

System Response

No inspection method is assigned to the inspection characteristic in
the inspection plan.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EHQ017 - More than one inspection method available ?

  The SAP error message EHQ017, which states "More than one inspection method available," typically occurs in the context of quality management (QM) processes when a user attempts to perform an inspection but multiple inspection methods are defined for the same inspection lot or material. This can lead to ambiguity regarding which inspection method should be applied.
  Cause:
  
  
  Multiple Inspection Methods Defined: The primary cause of this error is that there are multiple inspection methods assigned to the material or inspection lot in the system. This can happen if:
  
  The material master has multiple inspection methods defined.
  The inspection plan associated with the material has multiple methods.
  The configuration settings in the quality management module allow for multiple methods.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: Sometimes, the configuration in the Quality Management module may not be set up correctly, leading to multiple inspection methods being available for a single scenario.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the EHQ017 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Review Inspection Methods:
  
  Go to the material master (transaction code MM03) and check the Quality Management view to see which inspection methods are assigned.
  Review the inspection plan (transaction code QP01) to identify the inspection methods linked to the material.
  
  
  
  Select a Specific Inspection Method:
  
  If you are using a transaction that allows you to select an inspection method, choose the appropriate one from the list provided.
  If the system allows, you may need to specify the inspection method explicitly in your transaction.
  
  
  
  Modify Inspection Plan:
  
  If the multiple inspection methods are not required, consider modifying the inspection plan to consolidate the methods or remove unnecessary ones.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration settings in the Quality Management module to ensure that the settings align with your business processes and do not allow for multiple inspection methods unless necessary.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on managing inspection methods and resolving conflicts.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists and you cannot determine the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Quality Management (QM): Understanding the QM module in SAP can help in managing inspection methods effectively.
  Inspection Plans: Familiarity with how inspection plans are created and maintained in SAP can prevent issues related to multiple inspection methods.
  Material Master Data: Knowledge of how to manage material master data, especially the QM view, is crucial for resolving such errors.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the EHQ017 error and ensure that the correct inspection method is applied in your quality management processes.