How To Fix QM008 - Enter both material document number and item

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: QM - Messages for quality notifications

• Message number: 008

• Message text: Enter both material document number and item

What causes this issue?

You have specified a material document item but no
<DS:GLOS.material document>material document number</>.

How to fix this error?

Enter the material document number in addition to the item number.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QM008 - Enter both material document number and item ?

  The SAP error message QM008 ("Enter both material document number and item") typically occurs in the Quality Management (QM) module when a user attempts to perform an action that requires both a material document number and an item number, but one or both of these fields are left blank.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Input: The most common cause of this error is that the user has not entered a material document number or item number in the relevant fields.
  Incorrect Transaction: The transaction being executed may require specific inputs that have not been provided.
  User Error: The user may have overlooked entering the required information or may not be familiar with the transaction process.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the QM008 error, follow these steps:
  
  Check Input Fields: Ensure that both the material document number and the item number are entered correctly in the respective fields.
  Verify Document Existence: Make sure that the material document number you are trying to use actually exists in the system. You can check this by using transaction codes like MB03 (Display Material Document) to confirm the document's validity.
  Correct Transaction: Ensure that you are using the correct transaction for the action you are trying to perform. If you are unsure, consult the SAP documentation or your system administrator.
  Consult Help Documentation: If you are still facing issues, refer to the SAP help documentation or user manuals for guidance on the specific transaction you are using.
  Contact Support: If the problem persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or system administrator for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in the QM module, such as:
  
  QA32: Change Inspection Lot
  QA11: Record Results
  MB03: Display Material Document
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to the QM008 error for additional troubleshooting steps or patches that may address the issue.
  User Training: If this error occurs frequently, consider providing additional training for users on how to properly enter data in the QM module.
  
  By ensuring that both required fields are filled out correctly and verifying the existence of the material document, you should be able to resolve the QM008 error effectively.