How To Fix QE218 - Only sample numbers greater than 0 are allowed

QE218 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: QE - RM-QSS Fehlertexte zur Ergebniserfassung

• Message number: 218

• Message text: Only sample numbers greater than 0 are allowed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QE218 - Only sample numbers greater than 0 are allowed ?

  The SAP error message QE218 ("Only sample numbers greater than 0 are allowed") typically occurs in the context of Quality Management (QM) when you are trying to enter or process inspection lots or samples. This error indicates that the system expects a sample size greater than zero, but the value provided is either zero or negative.
  
  Cause:
  
  Sample Size Input: The most common cause is that the sample size entered in the inspection lot or during the inspection process is set to zero or is not properly defined.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the inspection plan or the material master data that leads to incorrect sample size settings.
  Data Entry Errors: Users may inadvertently enter an incorrect value during data entry.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Sample Size: Ensure that the sample size entered is greater than zero. If you are creating or processing an inspection lot, verify the sample size field.
  Review Inspection Plan: