How To Fix QF080 - Defects recording w/o reference to an insp. point

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: QF - Defects Recording

• Message number: 080

• Message text: Defects recording w/o reference to an insp. point

What causes this issue?

For inspection lot &v1&, you must record results for an inspection
point. Using the functions for defects recording, however, you can only
confirm defects that <ZH>are not</> assigned to an inspection
point.
Note
Using this function, you can only <ZH>display</> the defects that are
assigned to an inspection point.

How to fix this error?

If you want to record or process the defects assigned to an inspection
point, use the functions in results recording (record or change results
for an inspection point).

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QF080 - Defects recording w/o reference to an insp. point ?

  The SAP error message QF080, which states "Defects recording w/o reference to an insp. point," typically occurs in the context of quality management (QM) when you are trying to record defects in a quality inspection without referencing a specific inspection point. This can happen in various scenarios, such as during the inspection lot processing or when recording defects in the quality notifications.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Inspection Point: The most common cause of this error is that the system expects a reference to an inspection point when recording defects, but none is provided.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the Quality Management module that require inspection points to be defined for certain processes.
  Process Flow: The process flow being followed may not align with the expected steps in the quality management process, leading to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Reference Inspection Point: Ensure that you are referencing an inspection point when recording defects. This can usually be done by selecting the appropriate inspection point in the defect recording screen.
  Check Inspection Lot: Verify that the inspection lot you are working with has inspection points defined. You can do this by checking the inspection lot details in the system.
  Configuration Review: If the issue persists, review the configuration settings in the Quality Management module to ensure that inspection points are set up correctly for the relevant processes.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on the correct procedures for defect recording, including the importance of referencing inspection points.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on defect recording and inspection points.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as QA32 (Change Inspection Lot), QA11 (Record Results), and QA12 (Record Defects).
  Quality Management Module: Understanding the overall structure and processes within the SAP Quality Management module can help in troubleshooting and resolving issues related to defect recording.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as they may provide additional insights or patches that could resolve the issue.
  Support: If the problem cannot be resolved internally, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the QF080 error and successfully record defects in your SAP system.