How To Fix QIE_CUSTOMIZING_API016 - No sampling plan exists

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: QIE_CUSTOMIZING_API -

• Message number: 016

• Message text: No sampling plan exists

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QIE_CUSTOMIZING_API016 - No sampling plan exists ?

  The SAP error message QIE_CUSTOMIZING_API016 with the description "No sampling plan exists" typically occurs in the context of quality management processes, particularly when dealing with inspection plans and sampling procedures. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a relevant sampling plan for the inspection lot or process you are trying to execute.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Sampling Plan: The most common cause is that there is no sampling plan defined for the material or inspection type you are working with.
  Incorrect Configuration: The sampling procedure may not be correctly configured in the system.
  Material Master Data: The material master may not have the necessary quality management data set up, including the sampling plan.
  Inspection Plan Issues: The inspection plan may not be linked to the correct sampling plan or may not be properly defined.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Create or Assign a Sampling Plan:
  
  Go to the transaction code QDP1 (Create Sampling Procedure) or QDP2 (Change Sampling Procedure) to create or modify a sampling plan.
  Ensure that the sampling plan is correctly assigned to the relevant inspection type and material.
  
  
  
  Check Inspection Plan:
  
  Use transaction code QP01 (Create Inspection Plan) or QP02 (Change Inspection Plan) to verify that the inspection plan is correctly set up and linked to the appropriate sampling plan.
  Ensure that the inspection plan is active and valid for the material and the relevant production process.
  
  
  
  Review Material Master Data:
  
  Check the material master data using transaction code MM03 to ensure that the quality management views are properly maintained.
  Ensure that the relevant inspection type is assigned to the material.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to quality management and sampling procedures for additional guidance on setting up sampling plans.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify sampling plans and inspection plans.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  QDP1: Create Sampling Procedure
  QDP2: Change Sampling Procedure
  QP01: Create Inspection Plan
  QP02: Change Inspection Plan
  MM03: Display Material Master
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  
  
  Quality Management Configuration: Review the configuration settings in the Quality Management module to ensure that all necessary components are set up correctly.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message QIE_CUSTOMIZING_API016 and ensure that the appropriate sampling plans are in place for your quality management processes.