How To Fix QP326 - The target value is smaller than the lower tolerance

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 326

• Message text: The target value is smaller than the lower tolerance

What causes this issue?

For quantitative data there is a lower limit that is greater than the
entered target value. The lower limit is on either the detail screen
for quantitative data or on the additional data screen for quantitative
data.

How to fix this error?

Check the lower limits on both screens and change these before changing
the target value.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QP326 - The target value is smaller than the lower tolerance ?

  The SAP error message QP326 indicates that the target value set for a quality inspection characteristic is smaller than the defined lower tolerance limit. This typically occurs in the context of quality management (QM) within SAP, where specific characteristics are monitored to ensure that products meet quality standards.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Target Value: The target value for the inspection characteristic has been set incorrectly, leading to it being lower than the lower tolerance limit.
  Tolerance Settings: The lower tolerance limit may have been defined incorrectly in the material master or inspection plan.
  Data Entry Error: There may have been a mistake during data entry when setting up the inspection characteristics or during the inspection process.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Review Inspection Characteristics:
  
  Go to the inspection plan associated with the material and check the target value and tolerance limits for the relevant characteristic.
  Ensure that the target value is within the defined tolerance limits.
  
  
  
  Adjust Target Value:
  
  If the target value is indeed set incorrectly, adjust it to a value that is greater than or equal to the lower tolerance limit.
  
  
  
  Check Tolerance Limits:
  
  Review the lower tolerance limit defined in the material master or the inspection plan. If it is set incorrectly, update it to reflect the correct specifications.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the relevant quality management documentation or guidelines to ensure that the target and tolerance values are set according to the required standards.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making adjustments, perform a test inspection to ensure that the error does not reoccur.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Quality Management Module: This error is part of the Quality Management (QM) module in SAP, which is used for managing quality inspections and ensuring compliance with quality standards.
  Inspection Plans: Inspection plans define the characteristics to be inspected, the methods of inspection, and the tolerances that apply.
  Material Master: The material master contains all the information related to a material, including quality-related data.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on handling it.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP community forums for further assistance.