How To Fix QP524 - Replace sampling procedure for inspection characteristics if required

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 524

• Message text: Replace sampling procedure for inspection characteristics if required

What causes this issue?

You have recorded, changed<(>,<)> or deleted an inspection point field
combination. Because there are indicators in the sampling procedure for
the inspection characteristics that are dependent on the inspection
point (category), you must, if necessary, change the sampling procedure.

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?

Check whether sampling procedures are assigned to the inspection
characteristics and replace these with valid sampling procedures.
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If you use the input help for the sampling procedure field, only valid
sampling procedures are displayed.

If no sampling procedures are assigned to the inspection
characteristics, the system automatically determines the suitable
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Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QP524 - Replace sampling procedure for inspection characteristics if required ?

  The SAP error message QP524 ("Replace sampling procedure for inspection characteristics if required") typically occurs in the context of Quality Management (QM) when you are trying to create or modify an inspection plan or inspection lot, and the system detects that the sampling procedure assigned to an inspection characteristic is not appropriate or is missing.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Sampling Procedure: The inspection characteristic may not have a sampling procedure assigned, or the assigned procedure is not valid for the current context.
  Incompatible Sampling Procedure: The sampling procedure assigned may not be suitable for the type of inspection characteristic (e.g., it may not be applicable for the material or inspection type).
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the sampling procedures in the Quality Management module.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Inspection Characteristics: Review the inspection characteristics in the inspection plan to ensure that they have a valid sampling procedure assigned.
  Assign a Valid Sampling Procedure:
  
  Go to the inspection plan in transaction code QP01 (Create Inspection Plan) or QP02 (Change Inspection Plan).
  Navigate to the inspection characteristics and check the sampling procedure field.
  If it is empty or incorrect, assign a valid sampling procedure that is appropriate for the inspection characteristic.
  
  
  Review Sampling Procedures:
  
  Use transaction code QPM1 to review the sampling procedures available in the system.
  Ensure that the sampling procedure you want to use is correctly configured and meets the requirements for the inspection characteristic.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about which sampling procedure to use, refer to the SAP documentation or consult with your quality management team for guidance on the appropriate procedures for your specific context.
  Testing: After making changes, test the inspection plan or lot creation again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  QP01: Create Inspection Plan
  QP02: Change Inspection Plan
  QP03: Display Inspection Plan
  QPM1: Maintain Sampling Procedures
  
  
  Quality Management Configuration: Ensure that the Quality Management module is properly configured in your SAP system, including the settings for inspection plans and sampling procedures.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or bugs related to this error message.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP community forums for additional assistance.