How To Fix QIE_SETUP045 - Sample type &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: QIE_SETUP -

• Message number: 045

• Message text: Sample type &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QIE_SETUP045 - Sample type &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message QIE_SETUP045 indicates that the sample type specified in your operation does not exist in the system. This error typically occurs in the context of Quality Management (QM) processes, particularly when dealing with sample management or inspection plans.
  Cause:
  
  Non-Existent Sample Type: The sample type you are trying to use has not been defined in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The sample type may have been incorrectly configured or deleted.
  Typographical Error: There may be a typo in the sample type code you are using.
  Authorization Issues: You may not have the necessary authorizations to access the sample type.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Sample Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code SPRO (Customizing) and navigate to the relevant path for Quality Management.
  Check if the sample type exists in the configuration settings. If it does not exist, you may need to create it.
  
  
  
  Create Sample Type:
  
  If the sample type is missing, you can create it using transaction code QCC1 (Create Sample Type).
  Fill in the necessary details and save the configuration.
  
  
  
  Verify Input:
  
  Double-check the sample type you are entering for any typographical errors. Ensure that you are using the correct code.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access the sample type. You may need to contact your SAP security administrator to verify your permissions.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the SAP documentation or help files related to Quality Management and sample types for additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  QCC1: Create Sample Type
  QCC2: Change Sample Type
  QCC3: Display Sample Type
  
  
  Quality Management Configuration: Familiarize yourself with the configuration settings in the Quality Management module to understand how sample types are set up and used.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message QIE_SETUP045 and ensure that the sample type is correctly configured in your SAP system.