How To Fix QIE_CUSTOMIZING_API027 - Finding Type &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: QIE_CUSTOMIZING_API -

• Message number: 027

• Message text: Finding Type &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QIE_CUSTOMIZING_API027 - Finding Type &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message QIE_CUSTOMIZING_API027 with the description "Finding Type &1 does not exist" typically occurs in the context of Quality Inspection or Quality Management modules when the system is unable to find a specified finding type in the customizing settings.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Finding Type: The specified finding type (represented by &1 in the error message) has not been defined in the system. This could be due to a configuration oversight or an incomplete setup.
  Incorrect Configuration: The finding type may have been deleted or not properly configured in the Quality Management settings.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the finding type, leading to the system being unable to retrieve it.
  Transport Issues: If the finding type was recently transported from another system, there may have been issues during the transport process.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Customizing Settings:
  
  Navigate to the customizing settings for Quality Management (Transaction SPRO).
  Go to Quality Management > Quality Inspection