How To Fix QA151 - Instruction cannot be printed- no sample was calculated

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: QA - QM : Inspection lots

• Message number: 151

• Message text: Instruction cannot be printed- no sample was calculated

What causes this issue?

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

System Response

How to fix this error?

Calculate the sample on the appropriate screen.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QA151 - Instruction cannot be printed- no sample was calculated ?

  The SAP error message QA151 ("Instruction cannot be printed - no sample was calculated") typically occurs in the context of quality management processes, particularly when dealing with inspection lots and quality notifications. This error indicates that the system is unable to print inspection instructions because no sample has been calculated for the inspection lot.
  Cause:
  
  No Sample Calculation: The primary cause of this error is that the inspection lot has not had a sample size calculated. This can happen if the inspection lot is created but the sampling procedure has not been executed or if the sampling procedure does not yield any samples.
  Incorrect Sampling Procedure: The sampling procedure assigned to the inspection lot may not be set up correctly, or it may not be applicable to the material or inspection type.
  Incomplete Inspection Lot: The inspection lot may not be fully processed or may be in a status that does not allow for sample calculation.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the quality management module that prevent the sample calculation from being executed.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Inspection Lot Status: Ensure that the inspection lot is in a status that allows for sample calculation. You can check the status in the inspection lot overview.
  Execute Sample Calculation: Manually execute the sample calculation for the inspection lot. This can typically be done through transaction code QA32 (Change Inspection Lot) or QA33 (Display Inspection Lot). Look for options to calculate the sample.
  Review Sampling Procedure: Verify that the correct sampling procedure is assigned to the inspection lot. You can check this in the inspection lot details. If necessary, update the sampling procedure to one that is valid for the material and inspection type.
  Check Configuration: If the issue persists, review the configuration settings for quality management and sampling procedures. Ensure that the sampling procedures are correctly defined and linked to the relevant inspection types.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the sampling procedures and inspection lot processing.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as QA32 (Change Inspection Lot), QA33 (Display Inspection Lot), and QA10 (Display Inspection Results).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as they may provide additional insights or patches that address known issues.
  Quality Management Configuration: Understanding the configuration of quality management in SAP can help in troubleshooting similar issues in the future. This includes knowledge of inspection types, sampling procedures, and quality plans.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant specializing in SAP Quality Management for further assistance.