How To Fix QP887 - You must enter a sampling procedure for inspection points

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 887

• Message text: You must enter a sampling procedure for inspection points

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QP887 - You must enter a sampling procedure for inspection points ?

  The SAP error message QP887, which states "You must enter a sampling procedure for inspection points," typically occurs in the context of Quality Management (QM) when you are trying to create or process inspection lots without having defined a sampling procedure for the associated inspection points.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Sampling Procedure: The most common cause of this error is that the inspection points in the inspection plan do not have an associated sampling procedure defined.
  Incorrect Configuration: The inspection plan may not be properly configured, or the sampling procedure may not be assigned to the relevant characteristics.
  Inspection Plan Status: The inspection plan might be inactive or not properly released, which can lead to issues when trying to create inspection lots.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Inspection Plan:
  
  Go to the transaction code QP02 (Change Inspection Plan) or QP03 (Display Inspection Plan).
  Verify that the inspection points have a sampling procedure assigned. If not, you will need to assign a sampling procedure.
  
  
  
  Assign Sampling Procedure:
  
  In the inspection plan, navigate to the relevant inspection point.
  In the details of the inspection point, look for the field to enter the sampling procedure.
  If a sampling procedure is not defined, you can create a new one or select an existing one that fits your requirements.
  
  
  
  Review Sampling Procedures:
  
  You can check existing sampling procedures using transaction code QPM1 (Create Sampling Procedure) or QPM2 (Change Sampling Procedure).
  Ensure that the sampling procedure is correctly defined and meets the needs of your inspection process.
  
  
  
  Check Inspection Plan Status:
  
  Ensure that the inspection plan is active and properly released. If it is not, you may need to release it using the appropriate transaction.
  
  
  
  Test the Changes:
  
  After making the necessary changes, try to create or process the inspection lot again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Sampling Procedures: These are defined in SAP QM to determine how many samples should be taken from a lot for inspection. They can be based on various criteria, such as the size of the lot or the type of material.
  Inspection Points: These are specific points in the production or quality control process where inspections are performed. Each inspection point can have its own characteristics and sampling procedures.
  Quality Management Configuration: Ensure that your QM module is properly configured to meet your organization's quality control requirements.
  
  If you continue to experience issues after following these steps, it may be helpful to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP documentation for further troubleshooting.