How To Fix QI332 - No operation authorization f. characteristic (confirmation no. &1 lot &2)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 332

• Message text: No operation authorization f. characteristic (confirmation no. &1 lot &2)

What causes this issue?

Your authorization profile has been set in such a way that you are not
permitted to confirm results for the work center of this operation.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Ask your system administrator to enter the appropriate authorization in
the user master.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QI332 - No operation authorization f. characteristic (confirmation no. &1 lot &2) ?

  The SAP error message QI332 indicates that there is no operation authorization for a specific characteristic in the context of quality inspection. This error typically arises when a user attempts to perform an action related to quality management (QM) and does not have the necessary permissions for the specified characteristic.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorization: The user does not have the required authorization to perform operations on the specified characteristic.
  Characteristic Configuration: The characteristic may not be properly configured in the system, or the user role may not include access to that characteristic.
  Quality Inspection Lot: The quality inspection lot may be in a status that restricts certain operations, or the lot may not be assigned to the user’s authorization group.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Review the user’s roles and authorizations in the SAP system. Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to access and operate on the specified characteristic.
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to see which authorization check failed.
  
  
  
  Adjust User Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary authorizations, work with your SAP security team to adjust the user’s roles or create a new role that includes the required authorizations for the characteristic in question.
  
  
  
  Review Characteristic Settings:
  
  Check the configuration of the characteristic in the Quality Management module. Ensure that it is set up correctly and that the user is assigned to the appropriate authorization group.
  
  
  
  Inspect Quality Inspection Lot Status:
  
  Verify the status of the quality inspection lot. If the lot is in a status that restricts operations, you may need to change its status or ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to work with lots in that status.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on authorization objects related to quality management and characteristics.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: In SAP, authorization checks are performed using authorization objects. For quality management, relevant authorization objects may include Q_MCHB (for inspection lot management) and Q_MCHB_CHAR (for characteristics).
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as QA32 (for managing inspection lots) and QA11 (for recording results) to understand where the error may occur.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the error message QI332, as there may be specific fixes or updates available.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.