How To Fix QP380 - No methods defined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 380

• Message text: No methods defined

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QP380 - No methods defined ?

  The SAP error message QP380 ("No methods defined") typically occurs in the context of Quality Management (QM) when there is an issue related to the configuration of inspection methods or procedures. This error indicates that the system cannot find any inspection methods defined for the specified criteria, which can prevent users from proceeding with quality inspections or related processes.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Inspection Methods: The most common cause is that no inspection methods have been defined for the material or inspection plan you are trying to use.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the inspection methods may not be set up correctly in the system.
  Material Master Data: The material master may not be properly linked to the relevant inspection methods.
  Plant-Specific Settings: Inspection methods may not be defined for the specific plant or storage location you are working with.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Define Inspection Methods:
  
  Go to the transaction code QP01 (Create Inspection Method) or QP02 (Change Inspection Method) to create or modify inspection methods.
  Ensure that the inspection method is properly defined with all necessary parameters.
  
  
  
  Check Inspection Plans:
  
  Use transaction code QP03 (Display Inspection Plan) to check if the inspection plan is correctly linked to the inspection method.
  Ensure that the inspection plan is active and assigned to the correct material and plant.
  
  
  
  Review Material Master:
  
  Check the material master data using transaction code MM03 (Display Material) to ensure that the quality management views are properly maintained.
  Verify that the material is assigned to the correct inspection method.
  
  
  
  Plant-Specific Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the inspection methods are defined for the specific plant you are working with. You can check this in the configuration settings under Quality Management.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to Quality Management for additional guidance on setting up inspection methods and plans.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  QP01: Create Inspection Method
  QP02: Change Inspection Method
  QP03: Display Inspection Plan
  MM03: Display Material Master
  
  
  
  Configuration Path:
  
  SPRO > Quality Management > Quality Planning > Inspection Method > Define Inspection Methods
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the QP380 error in SAP.