How To Fix QM034 - The material does not match the entry in the sales order

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: QM - Messages for quality notifications

• Message number: 034

• Message text: The material does not match the entry in the sales order

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QM034 - The material does not match the entry in the sales order ?

  The SAP error message QM034, "The material does not match the entry in the sales order," typically occurs in the context of quality management and sales order processing. This error indicates that there is a mismatch between the material specified in the sales order and the material being processed in the quality management system.
  Causes:
  
  Material Mismatch: The material number in the sales order does not match the material number being processed in the quality inspection.
  Batch Management: If batch management is enabled, the batch specified in the sales order may not correspond to the batch being used in the quality inspection.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the material master or sales order settings that lead to discrepancies.
  Status of Material: The material may be in a status that does not allow it to be processed (e.g., blocked for sales).
  Plant or Storage Location: The plant or storage location specified in the sales order may not match the one associated with the material.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Material Number: Check the material number in the sales order and ensure it matches the material being processed. If there is a discrepancy, correct the sales order or the material being used.
  Check Batch Information: If batch management is in use, verify that the correct batch is being referenced in both the sales order and the quality inspection.
  Review Material Master Data: Ensure that the material master data is correctly configured, including the sales views and quality management settings.
  Check Sales Order Status: Ensure that the sales order is in a status that allows processing and that the material is not blocked for sales.
  Consult with SAP Support: If the issue persists, it may be necessary to consult with SAP support or your internal SAP team to investigate further.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like VA03 (Display Sales Order) to view the sales order details and MM03 (Display Material) to check the material master data.
  Quality Management Settings: Review the quality management settings in the configuration to ensure they align with the sales order processing requirements.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more detailed information on error QM034 and related processes.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement the appropriate solution.