How To Fix QA345 - Please check sample procedure &1 due to issues or enter another valid one

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: QA - QM : Inspection lots

• Message number: 345

• Message text: Please check sample procedure &1 due to issues or enter another valid one

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QA345 - Please check sample procedure &1 due to issues or enter another valid one ?

  The SAP error message QA345 typically indicates that there is an issue with the sample procedure associated with a quality inspection lot. This error can occur in the context of quality management (QM) when the system is unable to find a valid sample procedure for the inspection lot you are working with.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Sample Procedure: The sample procedure that is supposed to be linked to the inspection lot is either not defined or not available in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the quality inspection process may not be set up correctly, leading to the system not being able to find a valid sample procedure.
  Invalid Sample Procedure: The sample procedure that is being referenced may be invalid or not applicable for the specific material or inspection type.
  Authorization Issues: There may be authorization issues preventing access to the sample procedure.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Sample Procedure: Verify that the sample procedure referenced in the error message is correctly defined in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration settings in SAP.
  Define or Update Sample Procedure: If the sample procedure is missing or incorrect, you may need to define a new sample procedure or update the existing one. This can be done in the SAP configuration under Quality Management settings.
  Assign Sample Procedure: Ensure that the correct sample procedure is assigned to the material or inspection type in the material master or inspection plan.
  Use Valid Sample Procedure: If the current sample procedure is not valid, you may need to enter a different, valid sample procedure that meets the requirements for the inspection lot.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access and modify the sample procedures.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like QDP1 (for defining sample procedures) and QDP2 (for changing sample procedures) to manage sample procedures.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for Quality Management to understand how sample procedures work and how to configure them properly.
  Consult with QM Team: If you are unsure about the correct sample procedure to use, consult with your organization's Quality Management team or SAP support for guidance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the QA345 error and proceed with your quality inspection processes in SAP.