How To Fix QE384 - You did not adhere to the sample size- valuation cannot be carried out

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 384

• Message text: You did not adhere to the sample size- valuation cannot be carried out

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QE384 - You did not adhere to the sample size- valuation cannot be carried out ?

  The SAP error message QE384, "You did not adhere to the sample size - valuation cannot be carried out," typically occurs in the context of quality management processes, particularly during the inspection lot processing in SAP. This error indicates that the sample size defined for the inspection lot does not match the actual number of samples taken or evaluated.
  Cause:
  
  Sample Size Mismatch: The most common cause of this error is that the number of samples taken for inspection does not meet the predefined sample size in the inspection plan.
  Inspection Plan Settings: The inspection plan may have specific requirements for sample sizes that are not being met during the inspection process.
  Lot Size Variations: If the lot size of the material being inspected is smaller than the minimum sample size defined in the inspection plan, this error can occur.
  Quality Management Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of quality management settings in SAP that lead to discrepancies in sample size requirements.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Inspection Plan: Review the inspection plan associated with the inspection lot to ensure that the sample size is correctly defined. Make sure that the sample size is appropriate for the lot size being inspected.
  Adjust Sample Size: If the actual number of samples taken is less than the required sample size, you may need to take additional samples to meet the requirement.
  Modify Lot Size: If the lot size is smaller than the minimum sample size, consider adjusting the lot size or modifying the inspection plan to accommodate smaller lots.
  Review Quality Management Settings: Ensure that the quality management settings in SAP are correctly configured to reflect the organization's sampling requirements.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling sample size issues in quality management.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as QA32 (Change Inspection Lot) or QA11 (Record Results) to manage inspection lots and results.
  Quality Management Module: Familiarize yourself with the Quality Management (QM) module in SAP, as it contains various functionalities related to inspection planning, sample management, and quality control.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or bugs related to this error message.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to modify inspection plans and inspection lots, as restrictions may prevent you from making required changes.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the QE384 error and proceed with the valuation of the inspection lot.