How To Fix QIE_SETUP051 - Arguments specified for sample type 1 are not suitable for sample type &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: QIE_SETUP -

• Message number: 051

• Message text: Arguments specified for sample type 1 are not suitable for sample type &1

What causes this issue?

You have specified arguments that relate to the sample type <LS>Fixed
Sample Size</>, for example, a fixed sample size, its unit of measure,
or a fixed acceptance number. These specifications conflict with the
sample type you have specified, namely &V1&.

System Response

When an inspection rule is created or inspection rule arguments are
changed, the arguments for the sample type <LS>Fixed Sample Size</> are
deleted by the system.

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QIE_SETUP051 - Arguments specified for sample type 1 are not suitable for sample type &1 ?

  The SAP error message QIE_SETUP051 indicates that there is a mismatch between the arguments specified for a sample type and the expected arguments for that sample type in the Quality Management (QM) module. This typically occurs when setting up sampling procedures or when defining characteristics for a specific sample type.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following issues:
  
  Incorrect Sample Type Configuration: The sample type you are trying to use may not be configured correctly, or the arguments provided do not match the expected format or requirements for that sample type.
  Mismatch in Characteristics: The characteristics defined for the sample type may not align with the sample type's requirements, leading to this error.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be typographical errors or incorrect values entered in the configuration settings for the sample type.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Sample Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the sample type in the SAP system.
  Verify that the sample type is set up correctly and that all required fields are filled out appropriately.
  
  
  
  Review Arguments:
  
  Ensure that the arguments you are providing for the sample type match the expected arguments for that specific sample type.
  Check the documentation or help files for the specific sample type to understand what arguments are required.
  
  
  
  Validate Characteristics:
  
  Review the characteristics associated with the sample type to ensure they are correctly defined and compatible with the sample type.
  Make any necessary adjustments to the characteristics to align them with the sample type requirements.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on the specific sample type and its configuration requirements.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the configuration again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Seek Help from SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like QCC1 (Create Sampling Procedure) or QCC2 (Change Sampling Procedure) to access and modify sampling procedures.
  Quality Management Module: Familiarize yourself with the QM module in SAP, as understanding its components can help in troubleshooting issues related to sampling and quality control.
  User Exits and BAdIs: If custom logic is implemented, check for any user exits or BAdIs that might affect the sampling process.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and correct the issue causing the QIE_SETUP051 error in SAP.