How To Fix QIE_SETUP042 - Specify a sample type for the specified sample-drawing procedure

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: QIE_SETUP -

• Message number: 042

• Message text: Specify a sample type for the specified sample-drawing procedure

What causes this issue?

You have specified a sample-drawing procedure in the attributes of the
inspection rule, but you have not specified a sample type. These
attributes for the inspection rule are inconsistent, because if no
sample type is specified, samples cannot be created later.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QIE_SETUP042 - Specify a sample type for the specified sample-drawing procedure ?

  The SAP error message QIE_SETUP042 indicates that a sample type has not been specified for a sample-drawing procedure in the Quality Management (QM) module. This error typically arises when setting up sampling procedures for quality inspections, and it is essential to define the sample type to ensure that the system can correctly process quality inspections.
  Cause:
  The error occurs due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Sample Type: The sample-drawing procedure has been defined, but the associated sample type has not been specified.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a configuration issue in the Quality Management settings where the sample type is not linked to the sample-drawing procedure.
  Data Entry Error: During the creation or modification of the sample-drawing procedure, the sample type field may have been left blank.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Sample-Drawing Procedure:
  
  Go to the transaction code QIE1 (Create Sample-Drawing Procedure) or QIE2 (Change Sample-Drawing Procedure).
  Locate the specific sample-drawing procedure that is causing the error.
  Ensure that a sample type is specified in the relevant field.
  
  
  
  Define Sample Type:
  
  If a sample type is not defined, you can create one using transaction code QIE3 (Display Sample Type) or QIE1 to create a new one.
  Make sure to link the sample type to the sample-drawing procedure.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings in the Quality Management module to ensure that the sample types and sample-drawing procedures are correctly set up.
  You can access the configuration settings through the SPRO transaction (Customizing) and navigate to the Quality Management section.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the sample-drawing procedure again to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Sample Types: These are predefined categories that determine how samples are drawn for quality inspections. Common sample types include random sampling, systematic sampling, etc.
  Quality Management Module: This module in SAP is responsible for managing quality processes, including inspections, quality planning, and quality control.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on configuring sample-drawing procedures and sample types.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.