How To Fix QP054 - The inspection plan identifier exists already. Enter another.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: QP - Message IDs for function module group QPAA

• Message number: 054

• Message text: The inspection plan identifier exists already. Enter another.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QP054 - The inspection plan identifier exists already. Enter another. ?

  The SAP error message QP054, which states "The inspection plan identifier exists already. Enter another," typically occurs when you are trying to create a new inspection plan in SAP Quality Management (QM) with an identifier (or number) that already exists in the system. This can happen if you are attempting to create a duplicate inspection plan.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Inspection Plan ID: The most common cause is that the inspection plan ID you are trying to use is already assigned to another inspection plan in the system.
  Incorrect Number Range: If the number range for inspection plans is not set up correctly, it may lead to conflicts.
  User Error: Sometimes, users may inadvertently try to create an inspection plan with an ID they have previously used.
  
  Solution:
  
  Use a Different Inspection Plan ID: The simplest solution is to enter a different, unique inspection plan identifier that does not already exist in the system.
  Check Existing Inspection Plans: Before creating a new inspection plan, check the existing inspection plans to ensure that the ID you want to use is not already taken. You can do this by navigating to the inspection plan overview in SAP.
  Review Number Ranges: If you suspect that the number range is causing the issue, check the configuration of the number ranges for inspection plans in the SAP system. You can do this by going to the transaction code SNRO and checking the number range object for inspection plans.
  Consult with SAP Administrator: If you are unsure about the number ranges or how to check existing inspection plans, consult with your SAP administrator or a colleague who is familiar with the QM module.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like QP01 (Create Inspection Plan), QP02 (Change Inspection Plan), and QP03 (Display Inspection Plan) to manage inspection plans.
  Number Range Configuration: The configuration for number ranges can be found under the path: SPRO > Quality Management > Quality Planning > Inspection Plan > Define Number Ranges for Inspection Plans.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more detailed information on managing inspection plans and understanding error messages.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message QP054 and successfully create your inspection plan.