How To Fix QIE_FINDING006 - Finding type &1 could not be determined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: QIE_FINDING - QIE - Findings

• Message number: 006

• Message text: Finding type &1 could not be determined

What causes this issue?

The consumer system has not specified a finding type or the system could
not find a finding type in the inspection document.

System Response

The system does not create the finding.

How to fix this error?

Check the inspection rules for the inspection document.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QIE_FINDING006 - Finding type &1 could not be determined ?

  The SAP error message QIE_FINDING006 indicates that the system is unable to determine the finding type for a specific operation or process. This error typically arises in the context of Quality Management (QM) or related modules where findings or inspections are being processed.
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  Missing Configuration: The finding type may not be configured in the system. This could be due to missing entries in the relevant customizing tables.
  Incorrect Master Data: The master data related to the inspection lot, material, or quality notification may be incomplete or incorrect.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the finding type.
  System Bugs or Inconsistencies: There may be bugs in the system or inconsistencies in the data that prevent the finding type from being determined.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the customizing settings in SAP (transaction code SPRO).
  Navigate to the Quality Management section and check the configuration for finding types.
  Ensure that the finding type you are trying to use is defined and properly configured.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the master data for the material or inspection lot involved in the process.
  Ensure that all necessary fields are filled out correctly and that the data is consistent.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the finding type.
  You can use transaction code SU53 to check for authorization issues after the error occurs.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If the issue persists, consider debugging the process to identify where the determination of the finding type is failing.
  You may need the help of a developer or SAP support for this step.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant notes or patches that may address this specific error message.
  Sometimes, SAP releases notes that provide fixes or workarounds for known issues.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue with the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as QA32 (Change Inspection Lot), QA11 (Record Results), and QN01 (Create Quality Notification) as they may be involved in the process where the error occurs.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to Quality Management and finding types for a better understanding of how they are used in the system.
  User Forums: Check SAP community forums or user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution.