How To Fix QM162 - No inspection lot could be created

QM162 - Overview

• 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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• 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