How To Fix OPS_SE_QUM008 - The quality issue notification type code does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OPS_SE_QUM - Quality Management: Messages for Service Enabling

• Message number: 008

• Message text: The quality issue notification type code does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OPS_SE_QUM008 - The quality issue notification type code does not exist ?

  The SAP error message OPS_SE_QUM008 indicates that the quality issue notification type code you are trying to use does not exist in the system. This error typically arises when you are attempting to create or process a quality notification, but the specified notification type is not defined in the system configuration.
  Cause:
  
  Non-existent Notification Type: The notification type you are trying to use has not been created or is not active in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for quality notifications may not be set up correctly, leading to the system not recognizing the notification type.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or create notifications of that type.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Notification Type:
  
  Go to the transaction code SPRO to access the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide.
  Navigate to Quality Management > Quality Notifications > Define Notification Types.
  Verify if the notification type you are trying to use exists. If it does not, you may need to create it.
  
  
  
  Create Notification Type:
  
  If the notification type does not exist, you can create a new one by following the steps in the configuration path mentioned above.
  Ensure that you define all necessary attributes for the notification type, such as description, status, and relevant settings.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to create or process quality notifications. This can be checked in the user roles and profiles assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on setting up quality notifications and troubleshooting related issues.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as QM01 (Create Quality Notification), QM02 (Change Quality Notification), and QM03 (Display Quality Notification).
  Quality Management Module: Understanding the broader context of the Quality Management module in SAP can help in troubleshooting and configuring notifications effectively.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to quality notifications and their configuration.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the OPS_SE_QUM008 error and successfully work with quality notifications in SAP.