How To Fix QA015 - No data was found for the specified selection criteria

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: QA - QM : Inspection lots

• Message number: 015

• Message text: No data was found for the specified selection criteria

What causes this issue?

The system could not find any data for the selection criteria.

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

System Response

Processing is not possible.

How to fix this error?

Change the selection criteria and then restart the program.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QA015 - No data was found for the specified selection criteria ?

  The SAP error message QA015 ("No data was found for the specified selection criteria") typically occurs in the context of Quality Management (QM) when a user attempts to retrieve data related to quality inspections, quality notifications, or other QM-related transactions, but the system cannot find any records that match the specified criteria.
  Causes:
  
  
  Incorrect Selection Criteria: The most common cause is that the selection criteria entered by the user do not match any existing records in the database. This could be due to incorrect dates, material numbers, plant codes, or other parameters.
  
  
  Data Not Created: There may be no quality inspection lots, notifications, or other relevant data created for the specified criteria. This could happen if the quality processes have not been executed or if the data has been deleted.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view the data, leading to the appearance that no data exists.
  
  
  Data Archiving: If data has been archived, it may not be available for retrieval using the current selection criteria.
  
  
  System Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the QM module that prevent data from being displayed correctly.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Selection Criteria: Review and verify the selection criteria you have entered. Ensure that all fields are filled out correctly and that you are using the correct values.
  
  
  Create Data: If no data exists for the specified criteria, consider creating the necessary quality inspection lots or notifications to ensure that data is available.
  
  
  Authorization Check: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access the data. You may need to contact your SAP security team to verify your access rights.
  
  
  Review Archived Data: If you suspect that data may have been archived, check with your SAP Basis or data management team to see if the data can be retrieved or if you need to adjust your selection criteria.
  
  
  Consult Configuration: If you suspect a configuration issue, consult with your SAP QM functional consultant to ensure that the system is set up correctly to capture and display the required data.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in the QM module, such as QA32 (Display Inspection Lots), QA03 (Display Quality Notification), etc.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or bugs related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or user manuals related to Quality Management for additional insights on data retrieval and management.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these aspects, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP support team for further investigation.