How To Fix QIE_ELEMENT016 - Specify the entity type of the parent object

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: QIE_ELEMENT - QIE Element

• Message number: 016

• Message text: Specify the entity type of the parent object

What causes this issue?

You are trying to access an assignment to a parent object or to create
an assignment to a parent object. To do this, you must specify the
<DS:DE.QIE_TV_ENTITY_TYPE>Entity Type</> of the parent object.

System Response

The system cannot access the assignment, or the system cannot create the
assignment.

How to fix this error?

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

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QIE_ELEMENT016 - Specify the entity type of the parent object ?

  The SAP error message QIE_ELEMENT016 ("Specify the entity type of the parent object") typically occurs in the context of SAP Quality Management (QM) or when dealing with inspection plans, quality notifications, or similar objects where hierarchical relationships between entities are defined.
  Cause:
  This error usually arises when the system expects a parent-child relationship to be defined, but the entity type of the parent object is not specified or is incorrectly defined. This can happen in various scenarios, such as:
  
  Missing Parent Object: The parent object (e.g., a material or inspection plan) is not specified in the transaction.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration of the entity types in the system may not be set up correctly, leading to ambiguity in the hierarchy.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a mistake in the data entry where the parent object is not linked properly to the child object.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Parent Object: Ensure that the parent object is correctly specified in the transaction. If you are creating or modifying an inspection plan, make sure that the relevant material or inspection lot is correctly linked.
  
  
  Review Configuration: If you have access to configuration settings, check the settings for the entity types involved. Ensure that the relationships between parent and child objects are correctly defined in the system.
  
  
  Data Validation: Validate the data you are entering. Make sure that all required fields are filled out correctly and that the parent object exists in the system.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the transaction you are working with. This can provide insights into the required fields and relationships.
  
  
  Contact Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who can provide more tailored assistance based on your specific configuration and usage.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with the relevant transaction codes related to Quality Management, such as QP01 (Create Inspection Plan), QP02 (Change Inspection Plan), etc.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message in the SAP Support Portal, as there may be patches or updates that address known issues.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.