How To Fix QB150 - A source inspection for the selection criteria is not possible

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 150

• Message text: A source inspection for the selection criteria is not possible

What causes this issue?

Incoming inspections are not possible due to the master data
definition.In order to be able to perform incoming inspections, a Q
info record must be present and an appropriate inspection type must be
entered for the incoming inspection.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QB150 - A source inspection for the selection criteria is not possible ?

  The SAP error message QB150, which states "A source inspection for the selection criteria is not possible," typically occurs in the context of quality management (QM) processes, particularly when dealing with source inspections in the procurement process. This error indicates that the system cannot find any relevant inspection lot or data that meets the specified selection criteria for a source inspection.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Inspection Lots: There may be no inspection lots created for the materials or vendors specified in the selection criteria.
  Incorrect Selection Criteria: The selection criteria used for the source inspection may be incorrect or too restrictive, leading to no matching records.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies or missing data in the master data (material master, vendor master) that prevent the system from processing the inspection.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings for quality management or source inspections may not be set up correctly.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the relevant data for source inspections.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Inspection Lots: Verify if there are any inspection lots created for the relevant materials and vendors. You can do this by navigating to the inspection lot management transaction (e.g., QA32).
  Review Selection Criteria: Ensure that the selection criteria you are using for the source inspection are correct and not overly restrictive. Adjust the criteria if necessary.
  Validate Master Data: Check the material master and vendor master data for completeness and correctness. Ensure that all necessary fields are filled out and that the data is consistent.
  Configuration Review: Review the configuration settings for quality management and source inspections in the SAP system. Ensure that all necessary settings are correctly configured.
  User Authorizations: Check if the user has the necessary authorizations to perform source inspections. If not, work with your SAP security team to grant the required permissions.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as QA32 (Display Inspection Lots), QA01 (Create Inspection Lot), and QA02 (Change Inspection Lot).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message. SAP Notes can provide patches or additional guidance.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation on Quality Management and Source Inspections for detailed information on processes and configurations.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the QB150 error and implement a solution to resolve it.