How To Fix QP215 - Char. &: sampling procedure & cannot be used

QP215 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 215

• Message text: Char. &: sampling procedure & cannot be used

INCLUDE 'QP343' OBJECT DOKU ID NA LANGUAGE E

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QP215 - Char. &: sampling procedure & cannot be used ?

  The SAP error message QP215 ("Char. &: sampling procedure & cannot be used") typically occurs in the context of quality management (QM) when there is an issue with the sampling procedure associated with a characteristic in a quality inspection plan. Here’s a breakdown of the potential causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Incompatible Sampling Procedure: The sampling procedure defined for the characteristic may not be compatible with the type of inspection or the material being inspected.
  Missing Configuration: The sampling procedure may not be properly configured in the system, or it may not exist in the system.
  Characteristic Type: The characteristic type may not support the sampling procedure being used.
  Status of the Sampling Procedure: The sampling procedure might be inactive or not assigned correctly in the quality management settings.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Sampling Procedure Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the sampling procedure in SAP (Transaction code: OQ01 for creating or OQ02 for changing).
  Ensure