How To Fix QIE_COMMUNICATION046 - Sample &1 was not valuated in the external system

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: QIE_COMMUNICATION - Messages for Communication

• Message number: 046

• Message text: Sample &1 was not valuated in the external system

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QIE_COMMUNICATION046 - Sample &1 was not valuated in the external system ?

  The SAP error message QIE_COMMUNICATION046 indicates that a sample (identified by &1) was not valuated in the external system. This error typically occurs in the context of quality management processes where samples are sent to an external system for evaluation, and the expected valuation is not returned.
  Cause:
  
  External System Issues: The external system may be down, misconfigured, or not properly integrated with SAP.
  Sample Not Processed: The sample may not have been processed or evaluated in the external system due to various reasons, such as missing data or incorrect sample status.
  Communication Errors: There may be communication issues between SAP and the external system, such as network problems or incorrect settings in the communication interface.
  Configuration Issues: The integration settings between SAP and the external system may not be correctly configured, leading to failures in data exchange.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check External System Status: Verify that the external system is operational and can process samples. Check for any error logs or alerts in the external system.
  Review Sample Data: Ensure that the sample data sent to the external system is complete and correctly formatted. Check for any missing or incorrect information that might prevent valuation.
  Communication Logs: Review the communication logs in SAP to identify any errors or issues in the data transfer process. This can help pinpoint where the failure occurred.
  Configuration Review: Check the configuration settings for the integration between SAP and the external system. Ensure that all necessary parameters are correctly set up.
  Retry Valuation: If the issue is resolved, you may need to resend the sample for valuation in the external system.
  Contact Support: If the problem persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or the support team for the external system for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to check transaction codes related to quality management and external system integration, such as QA32 (for quality inspection) or QIE1 (for external quality management).
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to quality management and external system integration for best practices and troubleshooting steps.
  User Forums: Consider checking SAP community forums or user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the issue related to the error message QIE_COMMUNICATION046.