How To Fix QS304 - No methods could be selected

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: QS - QM: Master data

• Message number: 304

• Message text: No methods could be selected

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QS304 - No methods could be selected ?

  The SAP error message QS304 ("No methods could be selected") typically occurs in the context of Quality Management (QM) when you are trying to create or process a Quality Inspection (QI) or Quality Notification (QN) and the system cannot find any suitable inspection methods for the specified criteria.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Inspection Methods: There may be no inspection methods defined for the material or the inspection lot.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration for the inspection plan may not be set up correctly, or the inspection method may not be assigned to the correct material or plant.
  Selection Criteria: The selection criteria used to find the inspection methods may not match any existing methods.
  Status of Inspection Plan: The inspection plan might be inactive or not released.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the inspection methods.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Inspection Methods:
  
  Go to the transaction code QP01 (Create Inspection Plan) or QP02 (Change Inspection Plan) and verify if the inspection methods are correctly defined for the material and the relevant characteristics.
  Ensure that the inspection methods are active and assigned to the correct material and plant.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings in the Quality Management module to ensure that the inspection methods are properly linked to the materials and inspection plans.
  Use transaction SPRO to navigate to the Quality Management settings and verify the configuration.
  
  
  
  Adjust Selection Criteria:
  
  Review the selection criteria you are using to see if they are too restrictive or incorrect. Adjust them to broaden the search for inspection methods.
  
  
  
  Inspect Status of Inspection Plan:
  
  Ensure that the inspection plan is released and active. You can check this in the inspection plan details.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the inspection methods. This can be checked with the help of your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help files for additional guidance on setting up inspection methods and plans.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as QP01, QP02, QP03 (Display Inspection Plan), and QA32 (Display Inspection Lot).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  Quality Management Module: Understanding the overall structure and processes within the Quality Management module can help in troubleshooting similar issues in the future.
  
  If the problem persists after checking these areas, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant specializing in Quality Management.