How To Fix O3260 - QCI : Conversion group - reading group relation not maintained for &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: O3 - IS-Oil: HPM messages (goods movements, QCI, deliveries)

• Message number: 260

• Message text: QCI : Conversion group - reading group relation not maintained for &

What causes this issue?

The system requires a relation of the conversion group to the reading
group.

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?

Maintain the relation of the conversion group to the reading group:
<DS:TRAN.O588>Link conversion group to reading group</>.
Display/change reading groups: <DS:TRAN.O587>Create/change reading
group</>.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message O3260 - QCI : Conversion group - reading group relation not maintained for & ?

  The SAP error message O3260 (QCI: Conversion group - reading group relation not maintained for &) typically occurs in the context of Quality Management (QM) and is related to the configuration of conversion groups and reading groups in the system. This error indicates that there is a missing relationship between a conversion group and a reading group in the system configuration.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The primary cause of this error is that the system does not have a defined relationship between the specified conversion group and reading group. This can happen if the configuration was not set up correctly or if it was deleted or not maintained properly.
  Incorrect Master Data: The master data for the material or the inspection plan may not have the correct settings for conversion groups and reading groups.
  Data Migration Issues: If data was migrated from another system, there may be inconsistencies or missing entries in the configuration.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen and navigate to the following path:
  SPRO -> Quality Management -> Quality Planning -> Inspection Plans -> Define Conversion Groups
  
  Ensure that the conversion group you are trying to use is defined and that there is a relationship established with the appropriate reading group.
  
  
  
  Maintain Reading Group:
  
  Similarly, check the reading groups under:
  SPRO -> Quality Management -> Quality Planning -> Inspection Plans -> Define Reading Groups
  
  Ensure that the reading group is correctly defined and linked to the conversion group.
  
  
  
  Assign Conversion Group to Material:
  
  Check the material master data to ensure that the correct conversion group is assigned. You can do this by going to the material master (transaction code MM03) and checking the relevant views.
  
  
  
  Inspect Inspection Plans:
  
  If the error occurs during the execution of an inspection plan, check the inspection plan settings to ensure that the conversion group and reading group are correctly assigned.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to Quality Management and the specific configuration of conversion and reading groups for additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the process again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM03 (Material Master), QP01 (Create Inspection Plan), and SPRO (Customizing).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional fixes or patches that may be applicable.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the configuration settings.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant specializing in Quality Management for further assistance.