How To Fix QA038 - Sample calculation for partial lot &1 &2 is not possible

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: QA - QM : Inspection lots

• Message number: 038

• Message text: Sample calculation for partial lot &1 &2 is not possible

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QA038 - Sample calculation for partial lot &1 &2 is not possible ?

  The SAP error message QA038, which states "Sample calculation for partial lot &1 &2 is not possible," typically occurs in the context of quality management (QM) when dealing with inspection lots. This error indicates that the system is unable to perform a sample calculation for a partial lot due to certain conditions not being met.
  Causes:
  
  Incomplete Lot Data: The inspection lot may not have all the necessary data or may be incomplete.
  Sampling Procedure Issues: The sampling procedure assigned to the inspection lot may not be configured correctly for partial lots.
  Lot Status: The status of the inspection lot may not allow for sampling calculations (e.g., if the lot is already completed or has been canceled).
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the quality management module, particularly related to sampling procedures and lot management.
  Partial Lot Definition: The system may not recognize the partial lot as valid for sampling calculations.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Lot