How To Fix QB050 - Select a status profile

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: QB - Message IDs for QM in procurement

• Message number: 050

• Message text: Select a status profile

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QB050 - Select a status profile ?

  The SAP error message QB050, which states "Select a status profile," typically occurs in the context of Quality Management (QM) when you are trying to create or manage a quality inspection lot or related processes. This error indicates that the system requires a status profile to be assigned, but none has been selected.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Status Profile: The most common cause of this error is that the status profile has not been defined or assigned to the relevant material or inspection type.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration settings for Quality Management, particularly in the status profile settings.
  User Role/Authorization: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or select the status profile.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Define a Status Profile:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen.
  Navigate to the following path: Logistics -> Quality Management -> Quality Inspection -> Master Data -> Status Profile.
  Create a new status profile or modify an existing one as per your requirements.
  
  
  
  Assign Status Profile to Material:
  
  Ensure that the status profile is assigned to the relevant material master record.
  Go to the material master (transaction code MM02), and in the Quality Management view, assign the appropriate status profile.
  
  
  
  Check Inspection Type Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the configuration settings for the inspection type (transaction code SPRO).
  Ensure that the status profile is correctly assigned to the inspection type you are working with.
  
  
  
  User Authorization:
  
  Check if the user has the necessary authorizations to access and select the status profile. This may involve consulting with your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the process again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Status Profiles: These are used in SAP to manage the status of various objects, including inspection lots, and define the possible statuses and transitions.
  Quality Management Configuration: Familiarity with the configuration settings in SAP QM is essential for troubleshooting issues related to quality inspections.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or bugs related to the QB050 error.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP documentation for further assistance.