How To Fix QE361 - K-factor not defined- a valuation is not possible

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 361

• Message text: K-factor not defined- a valuation is not possible

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QE361 - K-factor not defined- a valuation is not possible ?

  The SAP error message QE361, which states "K-factor not defined - a valuation is not possible," typically occurs in the context of Quality Management (QM) when dealing with inspection lots and valuation of quality characteristics. The K-factor is a critical parameter used in the calculation of quality values, and if it is not defined, the system cannot perform the necessary valuation.
  Cause:
  
  Missing K-Factor Definition: The K-factor for the specific characteristic or material has not been defined in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the quality characteristic may not be set up correctly, leading to the absence of the K-factor.
  Material Master Issues: The material master data may not have the necessary quality management settings or may be incomplete.
  Inspection Plan Issues: The inspection plan associated with the inspection lot may not have the K-factor defined for the relevant characteristics.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Define the K-Factor:
  
  Go to the transaction code QS21 (Create Master Inspection Characteristic) or QS22 (Change Master Inspection Characteristic).
  Locate the relevant characteristic and ensure that the K-factor is defined correctly.
  If it is missing, you will need to enter the appropriate K-factor value.
  
  
  
  Check Inspection Plan:
  
  Use transaction code QP01 (Create Inspection Plan) or QP02 (Change Inspection Plan) to review the inspection plan.
  Ensure that all necessary characteristics have the K-factor defined.
  
  
  
  Review Material Master:
  
  Check the material master data using transaction code MM02 (Change Material) and navigate to the Quality Management view.
  Ensure that the quality management settings are complete and correct.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the appropriate K-factor to use, consult your organization's quality management documentation or guidelines.
  
  
  Testing: After making the necessary changes, create a new inspection lot to verify that the error message no longer appears.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  K-Factor: The K-factor is often used in statistical process control and quality management to adjust the calculated values based on specific quality characteristics.
  Quality Management Configuration: Ensure that your SAP system is properly configured for quality management, including all necessary settings for inspection characteristics and plans.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on configuring K-factors.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant specializing in Quality Management.