How To Fix QC322 - Cert. value for inspection charac. "&1" outside plausibility limits

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: QC - QM: Certificates

• Message number: 322

• Message text: Cert. value for inspection charac. "&1" outside plausibility limits

What causes this issue?

The value displayed on the certificate exceeds the plausibility limits
for inspection characteristic "&V1&".
Key (inspection lot/operation/characteristic): &V2&

How to fix this error?

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

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QC322 - Cert. value for inspection charac. "&1" outside plausibility limits ?

  The SAP error message QC322 indicates that the certificate value for an inspection characteristic is outside the defined plausibility limits. This typically occurs during quality inspection processes when the measured value does not fall within the acceptable range set for that characteristic.
  Cause:
  
  Measurement Error: The value entered may be incorrect due to a measurement error or data entry mistake.
  Plausibility Limits: The plausibility limits for the inspection characteristic may not be set correctly or may be too restrictive.
  Specification Changes: Changes in product specifications or quality standards that have not been updated in the system.
  Calibration Issues: The measuring equipment may not be calibrated correctly, leading to inaccurate readings.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Measurement: Check the measurement taken for the inspection characteristic. Ensure that it was recorded correctly and that the measuring equipment is functioning properly.
  Check Plausibility Limits: Review the plausibility limits set for the inspection characteristic in the material master or inspection plan. If necessary, adjust the limits to reflect the correct acceptable range.
  Update Specifications: If there have been changes in product specifications, ensure that these changes are reflected in the SAP system.
  Recalibrate Equipment: If the measuring equipment is found to be faulty, recalibrate it or replace it as necessary.
  Consult Quality Management Team: If the issue persists, consult with the quality management team to review the inspection plan and limits.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like QA32 (for displaying inspection lots) or QA11 (for recording results) to investigate further.
  Quality Management Module: This error is related to the Quality Management (QM) module in SAP, which handles inspection planning, execution, and results recording.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more detailed information on setting plausibility limits and managing inspection characteristics.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the QC322 error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.