How To Fix QI326 - Defect class &1 for sample &2 confirmation no. &3 (lot &4) not defined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 326

• Message text: Defect class &1 for sample &2 confirmation no. &3 (lot &4) not defined

What causes this issue?

The defect class &V1& in the confirmation record for confirmation
number &V3& and for partial sample &V2& is not defined.
You are confirming a defect class that is not maintained in the defect
class table.

How to fix this error?

Correct the confirmation record.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QI326 - Defect class &1 for sample &2 confirmation no. &3 (lot &4) not defined ?

  The SAP error message QI326 indicates that there is an issue with the defect class associated with a sample confirmation in the quality inspection process. Specifically, it means that the defect class specified for the sample confirmation is not defined in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Defect Class: The defect class referenced in the sample confirmation does not exist in the system. This could be due to incorrect configuration or data entry.
  Incorrect Configuration: The defect class may not have been set up properly in the Quality Management (QM) module.
  Sample Confirmation Issues: The sample confirmation may be referencing a defect class that is not applicable to the material or inspection lot being processed.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Defect Class Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code QS21 (Defect Class) to verify if the defect class exists.
  If it does not exist, you will need to create it using the same transaction code.
  
  
  
  Review Sample Confirmation:
  
  Check the sample confirmation details to ensure that the defect class is correctly assigned.
  You can use transaction code QA32 or QA33 to review the inspection lot and its associated sample confirmations.
  
  
  
  Update Inspection Plan:
  
  If the defect class is part of an inspection plan, ensure that the inspection plan is correctly configured and that the defect classes are defined for the relevant characteristics.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP QM consultant to ensure that the defect classes are set up according to your organization's quality management processes.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform a test to confirm that the error no longer occurs when processing the sample confirmation.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  QS21: Create/Change Defect Class
  QA32: Display Inspection Lot
  QA33: Display Sample Confirmation
  
  
  Quality Management (QM) Module: Understanding how defect classes are used in the QM module can help in troubleshooting similar issues.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the QI326 error and ensure that defect classes are properly defined and utilized in your quality management processes.