How To Fix QP280 - Record an inspection point of type "freely-defined" or "sample"

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 280

• Message text: Record an inspection point of type "freely-defined" or "sample"

What causes this issue?

You entered data in the field for the "Partial lot assignment," but you
did not define an inspection point category (user-field combination).
However, you can only make a partial lot assignment in conjunction with
inspection points.

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?

Record an inspection point of the category "Freely defined inspection
point" or "Sample", or delete the entry in the field for the "Partial
lot assignment".

Procedure for System Administrators

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QP280 - Record an inspection point of type "freely-defined" or "sample" ?

  The SAP error message QP280 typically occurs in the context of Quality Management (QM) when you are trying to record an inspection point but the system requires that the inspection point be of a specific type, either "freely-defined" or "sample." This error can arise during various quality-related transactions, such as recording results for inspection lots.
  Cause:
  The error message QP280 indicates that the inspection point you are trying to record does not meet the required criteria. The possible causes include:
  
  Incorrect Inspection Point Type: The inspection point you are trying to record is not set as a "freely-defined" or "sample" type.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings in the Quality Management module may not be set up correctly to allow for the desired inspection point types.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be a mistake in the data entry process, such as selecting the wrong inspection point or not following the required steps.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the QP280 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Inspection Point Type:
  
  Ensure that the inspection point you are trying to record is indeed of the type "freely-defined" or "sample." You can do this by navigating to the inspection point configuration in the SAP system.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration Settings:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for Quality Management (Transaction SPRO) and check the settings for inspection points. Ensure that the types of inspection points you want to use are properly configured.
  
  
  
  Correct Data Entry:
  
  Double-check the data you are entering when recording the inspection point. Make sure you are following the correct procedure and selecting the appropriate options.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help files related to Quality Management and inspection points for additional guidance on how to properly record inspection points.
  
  
  
  Seek Help from SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as QA32 (Change Inspection Lot), QA11 (Record Results), and QA01 (Create Inspection Lot) to navigate through the QM module effectively.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Training: Ensure that users involved in quality management processes are adequately trained on how to handle inspection points and the types required for different scenarios.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the QP280 error and successfully record the required inspection points in SAP.