How To Fix QI327 - Sample &1 for characteristic w/ confirmation no. &2 (lot &3) is not valid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 327

• Message text: Sample &1 for characteristic w/ confirmation no. &2 (lot &3) is not valid

What causes this issue?

The desired activity could not be carried out because the sample &V1&
for the inspection characteristic with the confirmation number &V2& is
not valid.
A partial sample can be marked as being invalid on the basis of its
attribute.

How to fix this error?

Make sure you really want to carry out the activity for the partial
sample &V1&. If so, you must designate the sample as being valid on the
basis of the attribute.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QI327 - Sample &1 for characteristic w/ confirmation no. &2 (lot &3) is not valid ?

  The SAP error message QI327 indicates that there is an issue with a sample for a characteristic that is associated with a confirmation number and a lot. This error typically arises in the context of Quality Management (QM) in SAP, particularly when dealing with inspection lots and sample management.
  Cause:
  The error message QI327 can occur due to several reasons:
  
  
  Invalid Sample Data: The sample data for the specified characteristic is not valid. This could be due to incorrect or missing values in the inspection lot or sample.
  
  
  Characteristic Configuration: The characteristic may not be properly configured in the system. This includes settings related to the sampling procedure or the characteristic itself.
  
  
  Confirmation Number Issues: The confirmation number provided may not correspond to a valid inspection lot or may not have the necessary data associated with it.
  
  
  Lot Status: The status of the lot may not allow for sampling or inspection activities. For example, the lot may be in a status that does not permit further processing.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or modify the sample data for the specified characteristic.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the QI327 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Sample Data: Verify the sample data for the characteristic in question. Ensure that the values are correct and that the sample is properly defined.
  
  
  Review Characteristic Configuration: Check the configuration of the characteristic in the Quality Management module. Ensure that it is set up correctly and that the sampling procedure is appropriate.
  
  
  Validate Confirmation Number: Ensure that the confirmation number provided is valid and corresponds to an existing inspection lot. You can do this by checking the inspection lot in the system.
  
  
  Inspect Lot Status: Check the status of the inspection lot. If the lot is in a status that does not allow for sampling, you may need to change the status or take appropriate actions to enable sampling.
  
  
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the actions related to the sample and characteristic. If not, contact your system administrator to obtain the required permissions.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on handling this specific error message.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as QA32 (for displaying inspection lots) or QA11 (for recording results) to investigate the issue further.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Quality Management Configuration: Familiarize yourself with the configuration settings in the Quality Management module, particularly those related to characteristics and sampling procedures.
  
  If the issue persists 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.