How To Fix QP388 - Enter a method that is assigned to the master inspection characteristic

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 388

• Message text: Enter a method that is assigned to the master inspection characteristic

What causes this issue?

You can only enter inspection methods that have been assigned to the
master inspection characteristic. If you do not enter a method, the
system determines an inspection method automatically for the master
inspection characteristic, or displays a list of the methods. You can
then select a method from this list.

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?

Enter an inspection method directly, or leave the field blank.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QP388 - Enter a method that is assigned to the master inspection characteristic ?

  The SAP error message QP388 ("Enter a method that is assigned to the master inspection characteristic") typically occurs in the Quality Management (QM) module when you are trying to create or modify a quality inspection characteristic but have not specified a valid inspection method that is linked to the master inspection characteristic.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Inspection Method: The inspection method you are trying to use is not assigned to the master inspection characteristic in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration of the master inspection characteristic may not be set up correctly, or the inspection method may not be defined in the system.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a simple data entry error where the method was not entered or was entered incorrectly.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Master Inspection Characteristic:
  
  Go to the transaction code QMC1 (Create Master Inspection Characteristic) or QMC2 (Change Master Inspection Characteristic).
  Verify that the master inspection characteristic you are using has an inspection method assigned to it.
  
  
  
  Assign Inspection Method:
  
  If the inspection method is not assigned, you can assign it by editing the master inspection characteristic and linking the appropriate inspection method.
  Ensure that the inspection method is valid and exists in the system.
  
  
  
  Create or Modify Inspection Method:
  
  If the required inspection method does not exist, you may need to create it using transaction code QMT1 (Create Inspection Method).
  After creating the method, ensure it is assigned to the relevant master inspection characteristic.
  
  
  
  Check for Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the master inspection characteristics and inspection methods.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files for additional guidance on setting up master inspection characteristics and inspection methods.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  QMC1: Create Master Inspection Characteristic
  QMC2: Change Master Inspection Characteristic
  QMT1: Create Inspection Method
  QMT2: Change Inspection Method
  
  
  Quality Management Configuration: Familiarize yourself with the configuration settings in the Quality Management module, especially those related to inspection characteristics and methods.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or bugs related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message QP388 and successfully enter a method that is assigned to the master inspection characteristic.