How To Fix QI121 - Sample &1 for characteristic w/confirmation no. & could not be valuated

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: QI - Notifications for interface modules for connecting subsyst.

• Message number: 121

• Message text: Sample &1 for characteristic w/confirmation no. & could not be valuated

What causes this issue?

The sample &V1& for the inspection characteristic with the confirmation
number &V2& could not be valuated.
This could be caused by one of the following reasons:
in the event of an attributive valuation, not enough values were
recorded.
the sample result was not valid.

How to fix this error?

If the cause of the error is unknown, you can display a more detailed
error analysis by selecting the function <LS>Valuate</> in the
transaction for results recording.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QI121 - Sample &1 for characteristic w/confirmation no. & could not be valuated ?

  The SAP error message QI121 indicates that a sample for a characteristic with a specific confirmation number could not be valuated. This error typically occurs in the context of quality management (QM) processes, particularly when dealing with inspection lots and characteristics.
  Cause:
  
  Missing or Incorrect Sample Data: The sample data for the characteristic may be missing or incorrectly entered in the system.
  Characteristic Not Defined: The characteristic may not be defined properly in the material master or inspection plan.
  Sample Size Issues: The sample size may not meet the requirements set in the inspection plan.
  Status of Inspection Lot: The inspection lot may be in a status that does not allow for valuating the sample (e.g., it may be blocked or completed).
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the quality management module that prevent the system from valuating the characteristic.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Sample Data: Verify that the sample data for the characteristic is correctly entered and available in the system.
  Review Characteristic Definition: Ensure that the characteristic is properly defined in the material master and the inspection plan. Check if it is marked as relevant for inspection.
  Inspect Sample Size: Confirm that the sample size is appropriate and meets the requirements specified in the inspection plan.
  Check Inspection Lot Status: Review the status of the inspection lot to ensure it is open and not blocked or completed.
  Configuration Review: If necessary, consult with your SAP QM configuration team to ensure that all settings related to quality inspection and characteristics are correctly configured.
  Reprocess the Inspection Lot: If the issue persists, you may need to reprocess the inspection lot or create a new one, ensuring that all data is correctly entered.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like QA32 (for displaying inspection lots) or QA11 (for recording results) to investigate further.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to Quality Management and inspection lot processing for more detailed guidance on handling characteristics and samples.
  
  If the issue continues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant specializing in Quality Management for further assistance.