How To Fix QP257 - QM data: maintain quantity-related data

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 257

• Message text: QM data: maintain quantity-related data

What causes this issue?

You have defined a quantity reference for the inspection points in this
operation. The data, however, is not maintained fully.

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?

Maintain the data for the quantity reference.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QP257 - QM data: maintain quantity-related data ?

  The SAP error message QP257, which states "QM data: maintain quantity-related data," typically occurs in the Quality Management (QM) module when there is missing or incomplete quantity-related data for a material or inspection lot. This error can arise in various scenarios, such as during the creation of inspection plans, inspection lots, or when trying to perform quality-related transactions.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Quantity Data: The material master or inspection plan may not have the necessary quantity-related data maintained.
  Incomplete Inspection Plan: The inspection plan may not have been fully defined, particularly in terms of the quantity specifications.
  Material Master Issues: The material master record may lack the required QM views or data.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the QM module that prevent the system from recognizing the quantity-related data.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the QP257 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Material Master:
  
  Go to the material master record (transaction code MM03).
  Ensure that the Quality Management view is maintained and that all necessary fields related to quantity are filled out.
  
  
  
  Inspect Inspection Plan:
  
  Use transaction code QP01 to check the inspection plan.
  Ensure that the quantity-related data (like sample size, lot size, etc.) is correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Maintain Quantity-Related Data:
  
  If you find any missing data, update the material master or inspection plan accordingly.
  Ensure that the relevant fields for quantity are filled in, such as the lot size, sample size, and any other relevant parameters.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  If the issue persists, check the configuration settings in the QM module to ensure that all necessary settings are in place.
  You may need to consult with your SAP configuration team or refer to SAP documentation for specific configuration steps.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, try to perform the action that triggered the error again to see if it has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM03 (Display Material), QP01 (Create Inspection Plan), and QA32 (Display Inspection Lot).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional guidance or patches that may address the issue.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for Quality Management to understand the required fields and configurations better.
  
  If the problem continues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in the QM module for further assistance.