How To Fix QM_API_ODATA_MSG155 - Valuation area not available (inspection point &1, lot &2, operation &3)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: QM_API_ODATA_MSG - QM API OData Messages

• Message number: 155

• Message text: Valuation area not available (inspection point &1, lot &2, operation &3)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QM_API_ODATA_MSG155 - Valuation area not available (inspection point &1, lot &2, operation &3) ?

  The SAP error message QM_API_ODATA_MSG155 indicates that there is an issue with the valuation area for a specific inspection point, lot, and operation in the Quality Management (QM) module. This error typically arises when the system cannot find the required valuation area for the specified parameters.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Valuation Area: The valuation area for the specified inspection point, lot, and operation may not be defined in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the valuation area in the Quality Management module may not be set up correctly.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data related to the material, lot, or inspection point.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the valuation area.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Valuation Area Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the configuration settings in SAP and verify that the valuation area is correctly defined for the relevant material and plant.
  Ensure that the valuation area is assigned to the correct inspection point and operation.
  
  
  
  Inspect Master Data:
  
  Check the master data for the material associated with the lot and ensure that the valuation area is correctly assigned.
  Verify that the inspection point and lot are correctly set up in the system.
  
  
  
  Review Inspection Lot:
  
  Use transaction code QA03 to display the inspection lot and check if the inspection point is valid and active.
  Ensure that the inspection lot is in a status that allows for valuation.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the valuation area and perform the required actions.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If the issue persists, consider debugging the OData service or the underlying ABAP code to identify the root cause of the error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as QA01 (Create Inspection Lot), QA02 (Change Inspection Lot), and QA03 (Display Inspection Lot).
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for Quality Management to understand the configuration and setup of valuation areas.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups for insights and shared experiences related to this error.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the QM_API_ODATA_MSG155 error message in SAP.