How To Fix QP340 - Define sampling procedure &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 340

• Message text: Define sampling procedure &

What causes this issue?

You set the "Sampling procedure" indicator in the control indicators
for the characteristic. The system therefore tries to assign a sampling
procedure. However, no valid sampling procedure exists.
&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?

Create a valid <DS:TRAN.QDV1>sampling procedure</> and restart the
processing of the characteristic.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QP340 - Define sampling procedure & ?

  The SAP error message QP340, which states "Define sampling procedure &," typically occurs in the context of Quality Management (QM) when a sampling procedure has not been defined for a specific quality inspection process. This error can arise during various activities, such as creating inspection plans, quality notifications, or inspection lots.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the system requires a sampling procedure to be defined for the inspection type you are trying to use, but it has not been set up in the system. Sampling procedures are essential for determining how samples are taken from a lot for inspection purposes.
  Solution:
  To resolve the QP340 error, you need to define a sampling procedure in the SAP system. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the Sampling Procedure Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen.
  Navigate to the following path: 
  Logistics -> Quality Management -> Quality Planning -> Inspection Plan -> Define Sampling Procedure
  
  Alternatively, you can use transaction code QDV1 to directly access the sampling procedure definition.
  
  
  
  Create a New Sampling Procedure:
  
  In the sampling procedure screen, you can create a new sampling procedure by clicking on the "New Entries" button.
  Fill in the required fields, such as the sampling procedure name, description, and the relevant parameters (e.g., lot size, sample size, acceptance criteria).
  
  
  
  Assign the Sampling Procedure:
  
  After creating the sampling procedure, ensure that it is assigned to the relevant inspection type in the inspection plan or quality inspection settings.
  You can do this by navigating to the inspection type configuration and linking the newly created sampling procedure.
  
  
  
  Save Your Changes:
  
  Once you have defined and assigned the sampling procedure, save your changes.
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  Go back to the transaction or process that triggered the error and try to execute it again to see if the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  QDV1: Create Sampling Procedure
  QDV2: Change Sampling Procedure
  QDV3: Display Sampling Procedure
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on sampling procedures and their configuration.
  
  
  
  Best Practices:
  
  Ensure that sampling procedures are well-documented and that users are trained on how to use them effectively.
  Regularly review and update sampling procedures to align with quality standards and business requirements.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the QP340 error and ensure that your quality management processes run smoothly.