How To Fix QA042 - Fatal error - no inspection point records exist for partial lot

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: QA - QM : Inspection lots

• Message number: 042

• Message text: Fatal error - no inspection point records exist for partial lot

What causes this issue?

The status of the partial lot is inconsistent :
According to the status management, inspection point records must be
present. However, none was found in the database.

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?

Inform SAP.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QA042 - Fatal error - no inspection point records exist for partial lot ?

  The SAP error message QA042, which states "Fatal error - no inspection point records exist for partial lot," typically occurs in the Quality Management (QM) module when you are trying to perform a quality inspection on a partial lot, but there are no inspection point records available for that lot.
  Cause:
  
  
  No Inspection Points Created: The most common cause of this error is that inspection points have not been created for the partial lot you are trying to inspect. Inspection points are necessary for the system to know where and how to perform the quality checks.
  
  
  Incorrect Lot Status: The lot may not be in a status that allows for inspection. For example, if the lot is already completed or has been moved to a different status, it may not have associated inspection points.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the inspection plan or the material master that prevent the creation of inspection points.
  
  
  Partial Lot Handling: If the system is not set up to handle partial lots correctly, it may not generate inspection points for them.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Inspection Points: Verify if inspection points have been created for the lot in question. You can do this by navigating to the inspection lot in the QM module and checking the associated inspection points.
  
  
  Create Inspection Points: If no inspection points exist, you may need to create them manually. This can be done through the inspection plan associated with the material or by using the transaction code QA01 to create an inspection lot and ensure that inspection points are generated.
  
  
  Review Lot Status: Check the status of the lot to ensure it is eligible for inspection. If the lot is in a status that does not allow for inspection, you may need to change its status.
  
  
  Configuration Review: Review the configuration settings for the inspection plan and material master to ensure they are set up correctly to handle partial lots. This may involve checking the settings in the Quality Management module and ensuring that the inspection plan is correctly linked to the material.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling inspection points and lots in your version of SAP.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, as they may provide insights specific to your system configuration.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as QA01 (Create Inspection Lot), QA02 (Change Inspection Lot), and QA03 (Display Inspection Lot) to manage inspection lots effectively.
  Quality Management Configuration: Understanding the configuration of the Quality Management module in SAP can help prevent similar issues in the future.
  User Exits and BAdIs: If your organization has custom developments, check if there are any user exits or BAdIs that might affect the creation of inspection points for partial lots.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the QA042 error and successfully manage your quality inspections in SAP.