How To Fix QA555 - Inspection lot &1: Provide at least start or end of inspection.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: QA - QM : Inspection lots

• Message number: 555

• Message text: Inspection lot &1: Provide at least start or end of inspection.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QA555 - Inspection lot &1: Provide at least start or end of inspection. ?

  The SAP error message QA555 indicates that there is an issue with the inspection lot in the Quality Management (QM) module. Specifically, it means that either the start or end date for the inspection is missing or not properly defined. This error typically occurs when you are trying to process an inspection lot, but the system requires at least one of these dates to be specified.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Dates: The inspection lot does not have a defined start or end date.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the inspection lot may not be set up correctly.
  Data Entry Error: During the creation or processing of the inspection lot, the user may have overlooked entering the required dates.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the QA555 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Inspection Lot Details:
  
  Go to the inspection lot in question using transaction code QA03 (Display Inspection Lot).
  Verify if the start date or end date is missing.
  
  
  
  Update Dates:
  
  If either date is missing, you can update the inspection lot with the required start or end date.
  Use transaction code QA01 (Create Inspection Lot) or QA02 (Change Inspection Lot) to enter the missing information.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  If the issue persists, check the configuration settings in the Quality Management module to ensure that the inspection lot creation process is set up correctly.
  You may need to consult with your SAP QM configuration team to ensure that all necessary fields are properly defined.
  
  
  
  User Training:
  
  Ensure that users involved in the inspection lot creation process are trained to enter all required information, including start and end dates.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help files for additional guidance on handling inspection lots and the specific requirements for date entries.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  QA01: Create Inspection Lot
  QA02: Change Inspection Lot
  QA03: Display Inspection Lot
  
  
  Quality Management Module: Familiarize yourself with the QM module in SAP, as it includes various functionalities related to inspection lots, quality planning, and quality control.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the QA555 error and successfully process the inspection lot.