How To Fix QPCP304 - Process category &1 is not relevant for material &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: QPCP - Control Plan

• Message number: 304

• Message text: Process category &1 is not relevant for material &2

What causes this issue?

When you select control plans in the "Production" phase, the system
checks whether certain views have been created for the material master
record.
The following views are required for the process categories:
Process Category,, Views
Goods Receipt,, Purchasing
Production,, Work Scheduling, Planning
Goods Issue,, Sales and Distribution

System Response

Certain views have to be created in the material master record for the
process and its subobjects to be displayed.

How to fix this error?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Procedure for System Administrators

You can change this behavior by implementing your own BAdI for the
object category.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QPCP304 - Process category &1 is not relevant for material &2 ?

  The SAP error message QPCP304 indicates that the process category specified is not relevant for the material in question. This error typically arises in the context of Quality Management (QM) processes, particularly when dealing with inspection plans or quality control processes.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Process Category: The process category you are trying to use is not applicable to the material specified. This could be due to the material type or the configuration settings in the system.
  Material Master Settings: The material master record may not be set up to support the specified process category. This can happen if the material is not classified correctly or if it lacks the necessary quality management views.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the Quality Management module that prevent the process category from being recognized for the material.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Process Category: Verify that the process category you are trying to use is indeed relevant for the material. You can do this by checking the documentation or configuration settings for the process category.
  Review Material Master Data: Go to the material master record (transaction code MM03) and check the relevant views, especially the Quality Management view. Ensure that the material is set up correctly for the intended quality processes.
  Adjust Configuration: If necessary, consult with your SAP configuration team to ensure that the process categories are correctly defined and linked to the appropriate material types.
  Use Alternative Process Category: If the specified process category is not relevant, consider using an alternative process category that is applicable to the material in question.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  MM03: Display Material Master
  QP01: Create Inspection Plan
  QP02: Change Inspection Plan
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to Quality Management and process categories to understand the relationships and dependencies.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these areas, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in Quality Management.