How To Fix QF036 - Serial numbers for inspection lot &, material & not available

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: QF - Defects Recording

• Message number: 036

• Message text: Serial numbers for inspection lot &, material & not available

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QF036 - Serial numbers for inspection lot &, material & not available ?

  The SAP error message QF036 indicates that serial numbers for a specific inspection lot and material are not available. This error typically occurs in the context of quality management (QM) processes when dealing with inspection lots that require serial number tracking.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Serial Numbers: The inspection lot is expected to have associated serial numbers, but none are assigned or available in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The material master may not be configured to require serial numbers, or the serial number profile may not be set up correctly.
  Inspection Lot Status: The inspection lot may be in a status that does not allow for the assignment of serial numbers.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be errors in data entry or in the way the inspection lot was created.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Serial Number Assignment:
  
  Ensure that serial numbers are assigned to the inspection lot. You can do this by navigating to the inspection lot and checking the serial number assignment.
  If serial numbers are missing, you may need to create or assign them manually.
  
  
  
  Review Material Master Settings:
  
  Go to the material master (transaction code MM03) and check the serial number profile under the relevant views (e.g., Basic Data, Sales, or Plant data).
  Ensure that the material is set up to require serial numbers.
  
  
  
  Inspect Inspection Lot Status:
  
  Check the status of the inspection lot (transaction code QA03). Ensure that it is in a status that allows for serial number assignment.
  If the lot is in a completed or closed status, you may need to reopen it or create a new inspection lot.
  
  
  
  Configuration Review:
  
  Review the configuration settings for serial number management in the system. This includes checking the settings in the material management and quality management modules.
  Ensure that the serial number profile is correctly assigned to the material.
  
  
  
  Data Entry Verification:
  
  Verify that the data entered during the creation of the inspection lot is correct and complete. Look for any discrepancies that may have led to the error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  QA03: Display Inspection Lot
  MM03: Display Material Master
  IQ01: Create Serial Number
  IQ02: Change Serial Number
  IQ03: Display Serial Number
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on serial number management and quality management processes.
  
  
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to view and manage serial numbers and inspection lots.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it. If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.