How To Fix QM162 - No inspection lot could be created

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: QM - Messages for quality notifications

• Message number: 162

• Message text: No inspection lot could be created

What causes this issue?

The inspection lot could not be created, because no inspection lot is
maintained for this material for inspection type 08 (inspection at
transfer posting).

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?

Check in the <DS:TRAS.MM02>material master</> (in the quality
management view), whether inspection type 08 is maintained.
Check whether an <DS:TRAN.QP01>inspection plan</> is assigned to the
material.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QM162 - No inspection lot could be created ?

  The SAP error message QM162 ("No inspection lot could be created") typically occurs in the Quality Management (QM) module when the system is unable to generate an inspection lot for a material or process. This can happen for various reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for resolving the issue.
  Causes of QM162 Error
  
  
  Missing Inspection Type: The material may not have an inspection type assigned in the material master. Inspection types define how and when inspection lots are created.
  
  
  Quality Management Settings: The configuration settings for Quality Management may not be properly set up. This includes settings in the Quality Info Record or the Inspection Plan.
  
  
  Material Status: The material may have a status that prevents inspection lot creation, such as being blocked for quality inspection.
  
  
  Batch Management: If batch management is enabled, there may be issues with batch determination or the batch may not be suitable for inspection.
  
  
  Production Order Issues: If the inspection lot is supposed to be created from a production order, there may be issues with the order itself, such as it being incomplete or not released.
  
  
  Document Type: The document type used for the transaction may not be configured to allow inspection lot creation.
  
  
  Quantity Issues: The quantity being processed may not meet the criteria for creating an inspection lot, such as being below the minimum quantity.
  
  
  Solutions to QM162 Error
  
  
  Check Material Master: Ensure that the material master has the appropriate inspection types assigned. You can do this by navigating to the material master record (MM02) and checking the Quality Management view.
  
  
  Review Quality Management Configuration: Verify that the Quality Info Record and Inspection Plan are correctly set up for the material. Ensure that the relevant inspection types are active.
  
  
  Check Material Status: Review the material status to ensure it is not blocked for quality inspection. You can check this in the material master or through transaction codes like MM03.
  
  
  Batch Management: If batch management is in use, ensure that the batch is correctly set up and meets the criteria for inspection lot creation.
  
  
  Production Order Review: If the inspection lot is linked to a production order, check the order status and ensure it is released and complete.
  
  
  Document Type Configuration: Review the configuration of the document type being used to ensure it allows for inspection lot creation.
  
  
  Quantity Validation: Ensure that the quantity being processed meets the minimum requirements for creating an inspection lot.
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  MM02: Change Material Master
  QA01: Create Inspection Lot
  QA03: Display Inspection Lot
  CO02: Change Production Order
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the QM162 error.
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on Quality Management for detailed information on inspection lot creation and related configurations.
  
  
  By systematically checking these areas, you should be able to identify the cause of the QM162 error and implement the appropriate solution.