How To Fix QM061 - Sequence &1 for operation &2 does not exist in routing &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: QM - Messages for quality notifications

• Message number: 061

• Message text: Sequence &1 for operation &2 does not exist in routing &3

What causes this issue?

You have specified sequence <(>&<)>v1& for operation <(>&<)>v2&.
However, this sequence does not exist in the system.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Please correct your entry.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QM061 - Sequence &1 for operation &2 does not exist in routing &3 ?

  The SAP error message QM061 indicates that there is an issue with the quality management (QM) process, specifically related to the routing of a production order or a process order. The message states that a sequence for a specific operation does not exist in the routing. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  Missing Sequence: The specified sequence number for the operation in the routing does not exist. This could happen if the routing was not properly maintained or if the sequence was deleted or not created.
  Incorrect Routing Assignment: The routing assigned to the production order may not match the operation being referenced.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data, such as the routing not being updated after changes were made to the operations.
  Incorrect Order Type: The order type may not be compatible with the routing being used.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Routing: 
  
  Go to the routing transaction (e.g., CA03) and verify that the routing for the material in question exists and that the operation and sequence numbers are correctly defined.
  Ensure that the sequence number for the operation exists in the routing.
  
  
  
  Update Routing: 
  
  If the sequence is missing, you may need to add it to the routing or create a new routing if necessary.
  If the routing is outdated, consider updating it to reflect the current production process.
  
  
  
  Verify Production Order: 
  
  Check the production order to ensure that it is correctly referencing the routing. You can do this in transaction CO03 (Display Production Order).
  Make sure that the order type is compatible with the routing.
  
  
  
  Check Master Data: 
  
  Ensure that all relevant master data (material master, BOM, routing) is consistent and correctly maintained.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Review any documentation or change logs to see if there were recent changes made to the routing or operations that could have led to this issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  CA03: Display Routing
  CO03: Display Production Order
  C223: Change Routing
  
  
  Quality Management: This error is related to the quality management module in SAP, which is used to manage quality inspections and processes.
  Routing: In SAP, routing defines the sequence of operations required to produce a product, including the work centers and the time required for each operation.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.