How To Fix QIE_SAMP_DRWP018 - Sample category &1 not permitted for sample-drawing instruction

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: QIE_SAMP_DRWP - QIE Sample-Drawing Procedure

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Sample category &1 not permitted for sample-drawing instruction

What causes this issue?

You are attempting to create a sample-drawing instruction for sample
category &V1& or to change the sample category of a sample-drawing
instruction to &V1&. This is not permitted because the following
conditions apply:
If a sample-drawing unit contains more than one sample-drawing
instruction for primary samples, it must not contain any sample-drawing
instructions for pooled samples.
If a sample-drawing unit contains one or more sample-drawing
instructions for pooled samples, it must contain exactly one
sample-drawing instruction for primary samples.
A sample-drawing unit can contain a maximum of one sample-drawing
instruction for reserve samples.

System Response

The sample-drawing instruction is not created and not changed and is not
taken into account in sample calculation.

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.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QIE_SAMP_DRWP018 - Sample category &1 not permitted for sample-drawing instruction ?

  The SAP error message QIE_SAMP_DRWP018 indicates that a specific sample category (denoted as &1 in the message) is not permitted for the sample-drawing instruction you are trying to execute. This error typically arises in the context of quality management and sampling procedures within SAP.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Sample Category: The sample category you are trying to use is not configured or allowed for the specific sample-drawing instruction.
  Configuration Issues: The sampling procedure or the sample-drawing instruction may not be set up correctly in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to use the specified sample category.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the master data or configuration settings related to quality management.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Sample Category Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for sample categories in the SAP system (Transaction code: SPRO).
  Ensure that the sample category you are trying to use is correctly defined and linked to the appropriate sampling procedure.
  
  
  
  Review Sample-Drawing Instruction:
  
  Verify the sample-drawing instruction you are using. Ensure that it is compatible with the sample category.
  Check if the sample-drawing instruction allows the use of the specified sample category.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user executing the transaction has the necessary authorizations to access and use the specified sample category.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the SAP documentation or help files related to quality management and sampling procedures for any specific guidelines or restrictions regarding sample categories.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide insights based on the specific configuration of your SAP environment.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as QA01 (Create Inspection Lot), QA02 (Change Inspection Lot), and QA03 (Display Inspection Lot) to understand how sample categories are applied in practice.
  Quality Management Module: Understanding the broader context of the Quality Management (QM) module in SAP can help in troubleshooting issues related to sampling and inspection.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as they may provide patches or updates that address known issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution.