How To Fix QD821 - The rejection number &1 is greater than the sample size

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: QD - Message-Id. für Dynamisierung

• Message number: 821

• Message text: The rejection number &1 is greater than the sample size

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QD821 - The rejection number &1 is greater than the sample size ?

  The SAP error message QD821 indicates that there is an issue with the rejection number specified in a quality management process. Specifically, it means that the rejection number you are trying to enter is greater than the sample size that has been defined for the inspection lot. This error typically occurs during quality inspections when recording results or entering data related to defects.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Rejection Number: The rejection number entered exceeds the total number of items in the sample size.
  Sample Size Configuration: The sample size may not have been set correctly in the inspection lot or may not match the actual number of items being inspected.
  Data Entry Error: There may have been a typographical error when entering the rejection number.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Sample Size: Check the sample size defined for the inspection lot. Ensure that it is correctly set and matches the number of items being inspected.
  Correct Rejection Number: Ensure that the rejection number you are entering is less than or equal to the sample size. If you have a sample size of 10, for example, the rejection number should be between 0 and 10.
  Review Inspection Lot: Go to the inspection lot in SAP and review the details to ensure that all parameters are correctly configured.
  Adjust Data Entry: If you find that the rejection number was entered incorrectly, correct it to a valid number that complies with the sample size.
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the correct procedures or configurations, refer to your organization's SAP documentation or consult with a SAP quality management expert.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like QA32 (for displaying inspection lots) or QA11 (for recording results) to navigate and check the relevant data.
  Quality Management Module: This error is part of the Quality Management (QM) module in SAP, which deals with quality inspections, quality control, and related processes.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to make changes to inspection lots and quality data in SAP.
  
  If the problem persists after checking these aspects, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a technical consultant for further assistance.