How To Fix QP520 - You have not assigned the insp. point description in the task list header

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 520

• Message text: You have not assigned the insp. point description in the task list header

System Response

What causes this issue?

To integrate QM processing in PM orders, the <DS:DE.QSLWBEZ>inspection
point field combination</> is assigned in the QM data of the task list
header.

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?

Assign the inspection point field combination in the task list header.
Note
You can define the process variant for the inspection point completion
in the QM data of the operation.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QP520 - You have not assigned the insp. point description in the task list header ?

  The SAP error message QP520, which states "You have not assigned the insp. point description in the task list header," typically occurs in the context of Quality Management (QM) when working with inspection plans or task lists. This error indicates that the inspection point description is missing in the header of the task list, which is necessary for the system to process the inspection plan correctly.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Inspection Point Description: The primary cause of this error is that the inspection point description has not been defined in the header of the inspection plan or task list.
  Incomplete Configuration: The inspection point may not have been fully configured, leading to missing mandatory fields.
  Data Entry Error: There may have been an oversight during the creation or modification of the inspection plan.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the QP520 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Access the Inspection Plan:
  
  Go to the transaction code QP01 (Create Inspection Plan) or QP02 (Change Inspection Plan) in SAP.
  
  
  
  Check the Task List Header:
  
  Navigate to the header section of the inspection plan.
  Look for the field labeled "Inspection Point Description" or similar.
  
  
  
  Assign the Inspection Point Description:
  
  Enter a valid description for the inspection point. This description should clearly define what the inspection point is about (e.g., "Visual Inspection", "Dimensional Check", etc.).
  
  
  
  Save the Changes:
  
  After entering the required information, save the inspection plan.
  
  
  
  Re-test the Process:
  
  After making the changes, try to execute the process that triggered the error again to ensure that the issue has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as QP01, QP02, QP03 (Display Inspection Plan), and QPM1 (Create Inspection Plan for Material).
  Quality Management Configuration: Ensure that your Quality Management module is properly configured, including the settings for inspection plans and task lists.
  User Authorization: Make sure you have the necessary authorizations to create or modify inspection plans in SAP.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation or your organization's internal documentation for specific guidelines on creating and managing inspection plans.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant specializing in Quality Management for further assistance.