How To Fix QA182 - First maintain table TQ36 for & &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: QA - QM : Inspection lots

• Message number: 182

• Message text: First maintain table TQ36 for & &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QA182 - First maintain table TQ36 for & & ?

  The SAP error message QA182, which states "First maintain table TQ36 for & &," typically occurs in the context of Quality Management (QM) when there is an issue related to the configuration of inspection types or quality plans. The error indicates that the system requires certain entries in the TQ36 table before proceeding with the operation you are attempting.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the absence of necessary configuration in the TQ36 table, which is used to define the relationship between inspection types and the relevant characteristics for quality management processes. This table must be maintained to ensure that the system can correctly process quality-related data.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to maintain the TQ36 table. Here are the steps to do so:
  
  
  Access the TQ36 Table:
  
  Go to transaction code SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SM30 (Table Maintenance).
  Enter the table name TQ36 and choose to display or maintain the table.
  
  
  
  Maintain Entries:
  
  Check if the required entries for the inspection type you are working with are present.
  If not, you will need to create a new entry. This typically involves specifying the following:
  
  Inspection type
  Characteristic
  Other relevant fields as required by your business process.
  
  
  
  
  
  Save Changes:
  
  After entering the necessary data, save your changes.
  
  
  
  Re-attempt the Operation:
  
  Go back to the transaction or process that triggered the error and try again.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  QA01 - Create Quality Notification
  QA02 - Change Quality Notification
  QA03 - Display Quality Notification
  QCC0 - Quality Management Configuration
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP Help documentation for Quality Management to understand the configuration of inspection types and characteristics.
  Consult with your SAP QM functional consultant if you are unsure about the specific entries needed in TQ36.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, it is advisable to test the process to ensure that the error is resolved and that the quality management processes are functioning as expected.
  
  
  
  If you continue to experience issues after maintaining the TQ36 table, it may be beneficial to check for any additional configuration settings or consult with your SAP support team for further assistance.