How To Fix QB118 - Document type for quality agreement is not defined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 118

• Message text: Document type for quality agreement is not defined

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QB118 - Document type for quality agreement is not defined ?

  The SAP error message QB118, "Document type for quality agreement is not defined," typically occurs when the system is unable to find a configuration for the document type associated with a quality agreement in the Quality Management (QM) module. This can happen for various reasons, such as missing configuration settings or incorrect document type assignments.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The document type for quality agreements has not been defined in the system.
  Incorrect Settings: The document type may not be correctly assigned or configured in the relevant customizing settings.
  Transport Issues: If the system has recently undergone a transport of changes, the document type configuration may not have been included or properly activated.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the QB118 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Document Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide (SPRO).
  Navigate to Quality Management > Quality Planning > Quality Agreements > Define Document Types for Quality Agreements.
  Ensure that the required document type for quality agreements is defined and properly configured.
  
  
  
  Assign Document Type:
  
  If the document type is missing, create a new document type or modify an existing one to meet your requirements.
  Ensure that the document type is assigned to the relevant quality agreement processes.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and create quality agreements.
  
  
  
  Transport Requests:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, check if the transport request included the necessary configuration for the document type.
  If not, you may need to re-transport the configuration or manually configure it in the target system.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the creation of a quality agreement to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes related to the error message for any specific patches or updates that may address the issue.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on Quality Management and Quality Agreements for additional context and best practices.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or support channels for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the QB118 error and successfully define and use quality agreements in your SAP system.