How To Fix QS003 - Automatic assignment of specs not possible

QS003 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: QS - QM: Master data

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Automatic assignment of specs not possible

What causes this issue?

The indicator "Automatic assignment" was set for inspection type &v1&.
Automatic specification assignment is only possible, if you are
inspecting with a task list or material specification.

System Response

How to fix this error?

Cancel the "Automatic assignment" indicator.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QS003 - Automatic assignment of specs not possible ?

  The SAP error message QS003 ("Automatic assignment of specs not possible") typically occurs in the context of Quality Management (QM) when the system is unable to automatically assign a specification (such as a quality inspection plan or a material specification) to a material or process. This can happen for several reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for resolving the issue.
  Causes of QS003 Error
  
  
  Missing Specifications: The system may not find any specifications that match the criteria for automatic assignment. This could be due to missing or incomplete specifications in the system.
  
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for automatic assignment in the Quality Management module may not be set up correctly. This includes settings related to the assignment of inspection plans or specifications to materials.
  
  
  Material Master Data Issues: The material master data may not be properly maintained. For example, the material may not be assigned to the correct plant or storage location,