How To Fix M3539 - Goods receipt processing time less than goods receipt insp. duration

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M3 - Material Master

• Message number: 539

• Message text: Goods receipt processing time less than goods receipt insp. duration

What causes this issue?

QM inspection data exists for this material. This data includes a mean
inspection duration for goods receipt that is greater than the specified
goods receipt processing time.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Specify a goods receipt processing time that is greater than or equal to
the goods receipt inspection duration.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M3539 - Goods receipt processing time less than goods receipt insp. duration ?

  The SAP error message M3539, which states "Goods receipt processing time less than goods receipt inspection duration," typically occurs during the goods receipt (GR) process when the system detects that the time allocated for processing the goods receipt is shorter than the time required for the inspection of those goods. This can happen in scenarios where the inspection process is mandatory and takes longer than the expected processing time.
  Cause:
  
  Inspection Duration: The inspection duration defined in the material master or inspection plan is longer than the time allocated for processing the goods receipt.
  Configuration Settings: The settings in the system for the goods receipt processing time may not align with the inspection duration.
  Material Master Settings: The material master record may have incorrect or outdated inspection duration settings.
  Batch Management: If batch management is enabled, the inspection duration may be affected by batch-specific settings.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the M3539 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Review Inspection Duration:
  
  Check the inspection duration defined in the material master record (under the Quality Management view).
  Ensure that the inspection duration is realistic and reflects the actual time needed for inspection.
  
  
  
  Adjust Processing Time:
  
  If the inspection duration is correct, consider adjusting the goods receipt processing time in the system settings to accommodate the inspection duration.
  
  
  
  Material Master Update:
  
  If necessary, update the material master record to reflect the correct inspection duration and processing time.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration settings in the Quality Management module to ensure that they are set up correctly for the goods receipt process.
  
  
  
  Consult with Quality Management Team:
  
  If you are unsure about the appropriate settings, consult with your Quality Management team or SAP functional consultant to ensure that the inspection process is configured correctly.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making adjustments, perform a test goods receipt to ensure that the error does not occur again.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like MM01 (Create Material), MM02 (Change Material), and MM03 (Display Material) to check and update material master data.
  Quality Management: Familiarize yourself with the Quality Management (QM) module in SAP, as it plays a crucial role in the inspection process.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes or documentation that may provide additional insights or updates related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the M3539 error and ensure that the goods receipt process aligns with the inspection requirements.