How To Fix QIE_SETUP057 - No automatic release of samples despite external system being specified

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: QIE_SETUP -

• Message number: 057

• Message text: No automatic release of samples despite external system being specified

What causes this issue?

The inspection rule arguments contain details of an external quality
management system and a sample-drawing procedure for which the automatic
release of samples is not active.

System Response

When releasing the inspection document, the corresponding samples are
not released. The samples are not therefore sent to the external quality
management system with the inspection document.

How to fix this error?

Set the <ZK>Automatic Release of Samples</> indicator for the
sample-drawing procedure or choose a different sample-drawing procedure.

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.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QIE_SETUP057 - No automatic release of samples despite external system being specified ?

  The SAP error message QIE_SETUP057 indicates that the system is unable to automatically release samples, even though an external system has been specified for this process. This error typically arises in the context of quality management and sample management within SAP, particularly when integrating with external systems for quality control processes.
  Causes:
  
  Configuration Issues: The integration settings between SAP and the external system may not be properly configured. This could include missing or incorrect settings in the Quality Management (QM) module.
  Missing Master Data: Required master data (such as material master, inspection plans, or sample specifications) may be incomplete or not properly maintained.
  Authorization Issues: The user or system may lack the necessary authorizations to perform the automatic release of samples.
  External System Connectivity: There may be issues with the connection to the external system, such as network problems or incorrect endpoint configurations.
  Process Flow Issues: The process flow for sample management may not be correctly defined, leading to the inability to trigger the automatic release.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings in the SAP system for the Quality Management module and ensure that the integration with the external system is correctly set up.
  Verify Master Data: Ensure that all necessary master data is complete and correctly maintained. This includes checking the material master, inspection plans, and any other relevant data.
  Review Authorizations: Check the user roles and authorizations to ensure that the necessary permissions are granted for the automatic release of samples.
  Test Connectivity: Verify the connectivity to the external system. This may involve checking network settings, endpoints, and any middleware that may be involved in the integration.
  Process Flow Review: Analyze the process flow for sample management to ensure that all steps are correctly defined and that the system can trigger the automatic release as expected.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on configuration and troubleshooting.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to Quality Management and sample management processes for best practices and configuration guidelines.
  Support Forums: Consider reaching out to SAP support or community forums for additional insights and experiences from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By systematically addressing these areas, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to enable the automatic release of samples in your SAP environment.