How To Fix QS400 - QM control in SD

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: QS - QM: Master data

• Message number: 400

• Message text: QM control in SD

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QS400 - QM control in SD ?

  The SAP error message QS400 typically relates to issues with Quality Management (QM) control in the Sales and Distribution (SD) module. This error can occur when there are problems with the configuration or data related to quality management processes in the context of sales and distribution.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The QM control settings may not be properly configured for the relevant sales document types or item categories.
  Master Data Issues: There may be missing or incorrect master data related to materials, customers, or vendors that are required for quality management processes.
  Quality Inspection Settings: The settings for quality inspection in the material master or the sales order may not be correctly defined.
  Document Type Settings: The document type used in the sales order may not be linked to the appropriate QM control settings.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check QM Control Settings:
  
  Navigate to the configuration settings for QM in SD (Transaction SPRO).
  Ensure that the QM control is correctly assigned to the relevant sales document types and item categories.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the material master data to ensure that the quality management views are properly maintained.
  Verify that the customer and vendor master data are complete and accurate.
  
  
  
  Inspect Quality Inspection Settings:
  
  Go to the material master and check the quality management settings under the relevant views.
  Ensure that the inspection type is correctly defined for the materials involved.
  
  
  
  Document Type Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration of the sales document type being used to ensure it is linked to the correct QM control settings.
  Make adjustments as necessary to ensure that the document type is set up to handle quality management processes.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the sales order process to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  SPRO for configuration settings.
  MM02 for material master changes.
  VA01 for creating sales orders.
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for detailed guidance on QM in SD and the specific configuration steps required.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on resolving QS400 errors.
  
  
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups for shared experiences and solutions from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the QS400 error related to QM control in SD.