How To Fix QA159 - No operation data is available

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: QA - QM : Inspection lots

• Message number: 159

• Message text: No operation data is available

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QA159 - No operation data is available ?

  The SAP error message QA159 ("No operation data is available") typically occurs in the context of Quality Management (QM) when you are trying to access or process quality inspection data, but the system cannot find any relevant operation data for the specified inspection lot or process.
  Causes:
  
  No Inspection Lot Created: There may not be an inspection lot created for the material or process you are trying to analyze.
  No Operations Assigned: The inspection lot may not have any operations assigned to it, or the operations may not be defined in the routing.
  Incorrect Selection Criteria: The selection criteria used to retrieve the operation data may be incorrect or too restrictive.
  Data Not Updated: The data in the system may not be updated or may have been deleted.
  Authorization Issues: There may be authorization issues preventing access to the operation data.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Inspection Lot: Verify that an inspection lot exists for the material and that it is in the correct status (e.g., not completed or canceled).
  Review Routing: Ensure that the routing for the material includes the necessary operations and that they are correctly defined.
  Adjust Selection Criteria: Modify the selection criteria to ensure that you are not filtering out relevant data inadvertently.
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks to ensure that the data in the system is accurate and complete.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view the operation data. Consult with your SAP security team if needed.
  
  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.
  QM Configuration: Review the configuration settings in the Quality Management module to ensure that everything is set up correctly.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more detailed information on Quality Management processes and troubleshooting.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a technical consultant for further assistance.