How To Fix QI321 - Sample &1 for charc (confirmation no. &2, lot &3) could not be valuated

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 321

• Message text: Sample &1 for charc (confirmation no. &2, lot &3) 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 QI321 - Sample &1 for charc (confirmation no. &2, lot &3) could not be valuated ?

  The SAP error message QI321 indicates that a sample for a characteristic could not be valuated during the quality inspection process. This error typically arises in the context of Quality Management (QM) when dealing with inspection lots and sample management.
  Cause:
  The error message QI321 can be triggered by several factors, including:
  
  Missing Sample Data: The sample data for the specified characteristic is not available or has not been recorded.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration for the quality characteristic or the inspection plan may not be set up correctly.
  Sample Size Issues: The sample size defined in the inspection plan may not match the actual sample taken.
  Lot Status: The inspection lot may be in a status that does not allow for valuating samples (e.g., it may be blocked or completed).
  Characteristic Type: The characteristic may not be set up to allow for valuating samples, or it may be a non-quantitative characteristic that cannot be evaluated in the current context.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the QI321 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Sample Data: Ensure that the sample data for the characteristic in question has been entered correctly. You can do this by navigating to the inspection lot and reviewing the sample information.
  
  
  Review Inspection Plan: Verify that the inspection plan is correctly configured. Check the characteristics defined in the plan and ensure that they are set up to allow for sample valuation.
  
  
  Adjust Sample Size: If the sample size in the inspection plan does not match the actual sample taken, adjust the sample size accordingly.
  
  
  Inspect Lot Status: Check the status of the inspection lot. If it is blocked or completed, you may need to change its status to allow for further processing.
  
  
  Characteristic Configuration: Review the configuration of the characteristic in the quality management settings. Ensure that it is set up to allow for the type of valuation you are attempting.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If the issue persists, consult SAP documentation or reach out to your SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like QA32 (Display Inspection Lot) or QA33 (Display Inspection Results) to review the inspection lot and its characteristics.
  Quality Management Configuration: Familiarize yourself with the configuration settings in the Quality Management module, particularly those related to inspection plans and characteristics.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the QI321 error and implement the necessary corrections to allow for successful sample valuation.