How To Fix QA183 - Sample drawing instruction cannot be printed- no samples were calculated

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: QA - QM : Inspection lots

• Message number: 183

• Message text: Sample drawing instruction cannot be printed- no samples were calculated

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QA183 - Sample drawing instruction cannot be printed- no samples were calculated ?

  The SAP error message QA183, which states "Sample drawing instruction cannot be printed - no samples were calculated," typically occurs in the context of quality management processes within SAP. This error indicates that the system is unable to generate a sample drawing instruction because no samples have been calculated for the inspection lot.
  Cause:
  
  
  No Samples Calculated: The primary reason for this error is that the system has not calculated any samples for the inspection lot. This can happen if:
  
  The sampling procedure is not set up correctly.
  The inspection lot does not meet the criteria for sample calculation.
  The sampling procedure is not assigned to the inspection lot.
  
  
  
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the sampling procedure or the quality management settings in SAP.
  
  
  Missing Data: Required data for sample calculation may be missing or incomplete, such as the lot size or inspection characteristics.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Inspection Lot: Verify that the inspection lot has been created correctly and that it meets the criteria for sample calculation. Ensure that the lot size is appropriate.
  
  
  Review Sampling Procedure:
  
  Go to the sampling procedure configuration in SAP (Transaction code: OQ01 or OQ02) and ensure that the sampling procedure is correctly defined and assigned to the relevant inspection type.
  Check if the sampling procedure is active and correctly configured for the material and inspection lot.
  
  
  
  Calculate Samples: If no samples have been calculated, you may need to manually trigger the sample calculation:
  
  Use transaction code QA32 (Change Inspection Lot) to access the inspection lot and check the sampling details.
  If necessary, recalculate the samples by selecting the appropriate options in the inspection lot.
  
  
  
  Check for Missing Data: Ensure that all required data for the inspection lot is complete. This includes checking the material master data, inspection characteristics, and any other relevant settings.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If the issue persists, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as QA32 (Change Inspection Lot), QA33 (Display Inspection Lot), and OQ01/OQ02 (Sampling Procedure).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for potential bug fixes or additional guidance.
  Quality Management Configuration: Understanding the overall configuration of Quality Management in SAP can help in troubleshooting similar issues in the future.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the QA183 error and successfully print the sample drawing instruction.