How To Fix QL_COMMUNICATION008 - Inspection lot cannot be created

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: QL_COMMUNICATION - Messages for Communication

• Message number: 008

• Message text: Inspection lot cannot be created

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QL_COMMUNICATION008 - Inspection lot cannot be created ?

  The SAP error message QL_COMMUNICATION008 indicates that an inspection lot cannot be created due to communication issues, typically related to the Quality Management (QM) module. This error can arise from various underlying causes, and understanding these can help in troubleshooting and resolving the issue.
  Possible Causes:
  
  Master Data Issues: The material master or vendor master data may not be set up correctly for quality inspection.
  Quality Inspection Settings: The quality inspection settings in the material master or the inspection plan may not be configured properly.
  Batch Management: If batch management is enabled, there may be issues with batch determination or batch status.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to create inspection lots.
  System Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the QM module or related modules (like MM or PP).
  Communication Problems: There could be issues with the communication between different SAP systems (if applicable) or with external systems.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Master Data:
  
  Verify that the material master is set up correctly for quality management. Ensure that the QM view is maintained and that the inspection type is active.
  Check the vendor master data if the inspection lot is related to a vendor.
  
  
  
  Review Inspection Plans:
  
  Ensure that the inspection plan is correctly assigned to the material and that it is valid for the relevant production or procurement process.
  
  
  
  Batch Management:
  
  If batch management is used, check the batch status and ensure that the batch is available for inspection.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to create inspection lots. This can be checked with the security team or by reviewing the user roles.
  
  
  
  Configuration Review:
  
  Review the configuration settings in the QM module. Ensure that all necessary settings for inspection lot creation are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Check Communication:
  
  If the issue is related to communication between systems, check the connectivity and settings for RFC connections or IDocs if applicable.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes and Support:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. SAP frequently releases updates and patches that may resolve known issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like MM01 (Create Material), MM02 (Change Material), QP01 (Create Inspection Plan), and QA32 (Change Inspection Lot) to review and modify relevant data.
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider debugging the process to identify the exact point of failure.
  SAP Community: Engaging with the SAP Community forums can provide insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem continues after checking these areas, it may be necessary to involve your SAP support team or consult with SAP directly for further assistance.