How To Fix MPE_RTG_UI121 - Sampling is not allowed for inspection characteristics in table &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MPE_RTG_UI - Messages for Routing Maintenance

• Message number: 121

• Message text: Sampling is not allowed for inspection characteristics in table &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MPE_RTG_UI121 - Sampling is not allowed for inspection characteristics in table &1 ?

  The SAP error message MPE_RTG_UI121, which states "Sampling is not allowed for inspection characteristics in table &1," typically occurs in the context of Quality Management (QM) when you are trying to perform a sampling procedure for inspection characteristics that do not support it.
  Cause:
  
  Inspection Characteristics Configuration: The inspection characteristics defined in the specified table (indicated by &1) may not be configured to allow sampling. This can happen if the characteristic is set up as a fixed characteristic or if it is defined in a way that does not permit sampling.
  Characteristic Type: Certain types of inspection characteristics (like qualitative characteristics) may not support sampling, while quantitative characteristics might.
  Master Data Issues: There could be issues with the master data related to the inspection plan or the material being inspected.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Inspection Characteristic Configuration:
  
  Go to the inspection characteristic configuration in the SAP system (transaction code QS21 for creating or changing inspection characteristics).
  Verify the settings for the characteristic in question. Ensure that it is set up to allow sampling if that is required for your process.
  
  
  
  Review Inspection Plan:
  
  Check the inspection plan associated with the material or process. Ensure that the characteristics defined in the plan are appropriate for sampling.
  You can use transaction code QP01 to display or change the inspection plan.
  
  
  
  Adjust Sampling Procedure:
  
  If the characteristic is not meant to be sampled, you may need to adjust your process to comply with the characteristic's configuration.
  If sampling is necessary, consider creating a new characteristic that allows for sampling.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to Quality Management and inspection characteristics to understand the limitations and configurations better.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if this is a critical process in your organization.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  QS21: Create/Change Inspection Characteristics
  QP01: Create/Change Inspection Plan
  QA32: Display Inspection Lot
  
  
  Quality Management (QM) Module: Familiarize yourself with the QM module in SAP, as it contains various functionalities related to inspection, quality control, and sampling.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.