How To Fix QP871 - No valid use is available for inspection method & & &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 871

• Message text: No valid use is available for inspection method & & &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QP871 - No valid use is available for inspection method & & & ?

  The SAP error message QP871 ("No valid use is available for inspection method & & &") typically occurs in the Quality Management (QM) module when there is an issue with the inspection method being used in a quality inspection process. This error indicates that the system cannot find a valid use for the specified inspection method in the context of the current operation.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Configuration: The inspection method may not be properly configured in the system. This could include missing settings in the inspection method itself or in the associated quality plans.
  Inactive Inspection Method: The inspection method might be inactive or not assigned to the relevant material or inspection lot.
  Incorrect Usage: The inspection method may not be applicable for the specific material, plant, or inspection type being used.
  Master Data Issues: There may be issues with the master data, such as the material master or the quality management settings for the material.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Inspection Method Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code QMT1 (Create Inspection Method) or QMT2 (Change Inspection Method) to verify the configuration of the inspection method.
  Ensure that the inspection method is active and properly defined.
  
  
  
  Review Quality Plans:
  
  Check if the inspection method is assigned to the relevant quality plans. You can use transaction code QP01 (Create Quality Plan) to review and modify quality plans.
  
  
  
  Validate Material Master Data:
  
  Ensure that the material master data is correctly set up for quality management. Use transaction code MM02 to check the quality management views for the material in question.
  
  
  
  Check Inspection Type:
  
  Verify that the inspection type being used is compatible with the inspection method. Different inspection types may have specific requirements for the inspection methods.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for additional context on the error message and related configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, especially if this is a production issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  QMT1 - Create Inspection Method
  QMT2 - Change Inspection Method
  QP01 - Create Quality Plan
  MM02 - Change Material Master
  
  
  Quality Management Configuration: Familiarize yourself with the configuration settings in the Quality Management module, as they can significantly impact how inspection methods are utilized.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the QP871 error in SAP.