How To Fix QE336 - The partial samples have not been created yet

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 336

• Message text: The partial samples have not been created yet

What causes this issue?

You are on the characteristic overview screen. The system only reads
the partial samples if you select at least one characteristic in order
to process it.

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?

Select at least one characteristic you want to process.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QE336 - The partial samples have not been created yet ?

  The SAP error message QE336, which states "The partial samples have not been created yet," typically occurs in the context of quality management processes, particularly when dealing with inspection lots and sampling procedures. This error indicates that the system is expecting partial samples to be created for an inspection lot, but they have not been generated yet.
  Causes:
  
  Incomplete Sampling Procedure: The sampling procedure defined for the inspection lot may not have been executed properly, leading to the absence of partial samples.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for quality management or the specific inspection lot may not be set up correctly.
  User Action: The user may have attempted to perform an action that requires partial samples without first creating them.
  System Issues: There may be a temporary system issue or inconsistency that is preventing the creation of partial samples.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Create Partial Samples: 
  
  Navigate to the inspection lot in question and manually create the partial samples if they have not been generated automatically.
  Use transaction codes like QA32 or QA11 to manage inspection lots and samples.
  
  
  
  Check Sampling Procedure:
  
  Review the sampling procedure assigned to the inspection lot to ensure it is correctly defined and that all necessary parameters are set.
  Ensure that the sampling procedure is appropriate for the type of inspection being performed.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings in the Quality Management module to ensure that they align with the requirements of your inspection process.
  Consult with your SAP configuration team if necessary.
  
  
  
  System Check:
  
  If the issue persists, check for any system errors or inconsistencies. This may involve reviewing logs or consulting with your SAP Basis team.
  Sometimes, a system restart or a refresh may resolve temporary issues.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed guidance on handling inspection lots and sampling procedures.
  
  
  
  Seek Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your internal SAP support team or SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as QA32 (Change Inspection Lot), QA11 (Record Results), and QA12 (Change Results).
  Quality Management Module: Understanding the broader context of the Quality Management module in SAP can help in troubleshooting and resolving issues related to inspection lots and sampling.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user attempting to create or manage samples has the necessary authorizations to perform these actions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the QE336 error and ensure that partial samples are created as needed for your inspection lots.