How To Fix QS708 - No validity period was selected for inspection method & & &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: QS - QM: Master data

• Message number: 708

• Message text: No validity period was selected for inspection method & & &

What causes this issue?

You want to edit inspection method &v1&, plant &v2&, key date &v3&.

System Response

The system cannot select a validity period for the selection criteria
you entered, since:
The inspection method has not been created <ZH>or</>
You do not have authorization to process the inspection method <ZH>or
</>
The inspection method is/was being used and cannot therefore be
deleted.

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QS708 - No validity period was selected for inspection method & & & ?

  The SAP error message QS708 ("No validity period was selected for inspection method & & &") typically occurs in the context of Quality Management (QM) when you are trying to create or process an inspection lot, and the system cannot find a valid inspection method for the specified material and inspection type.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Validity Period: The inspection method you are trying to use does not have a defined validity period. This means that the system cannot determine if the inspection method is applicable for the material and the inspection type you are working with.
  Incorrect Configuration: The inspection method may not be properly configured in the system, or it may not be assigned to the material or inspection type.
  Material Master Data: The material master data may not have the necessary quality management views or settings configured.
  Inspection Type: The inspection type you are using may not be linked to the inspection method in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Inspection Method Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code QMT1 (Create Inspection Method) or QMT2 (Change Inspection Method) to check the configuration of the inspection method.
  Ensure that the validity period is correctly defined for the inspection method you are trying to use.
  
  
  
  Assign Inspection Method to Material:
  
  Use transaction code MM02 to change the material master data.
  Navigate to the Quality Management view and ensure that the correct inspection method is assigned to the material for the relevant inspection type.
  
  
  
  Review Inspection Type Settings:
  
  Check the configuration of the inspection type in transaction code OQ01 (Define Inspection Types) to ensure that it is correctly set up and linked to the inspection method.
  
  
  
  Check Validity Period:
  
  Ensure that the current date falls within the validity period of the inspection method. If the validity period has expired, you may need to update it.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the configuration, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP QM consultant for guidance on setting up inspection methods and their validity periods.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  QMT1 - Create Inspection Method
  QMT2 - Change Inspection Method
  MM02 - Change Material Master
  OQ01 - Define Inspection Types
  
  
  Quality Management (QM) Module: Understanding the QM module and its integration with other modules like MM (Materials Management) and PP (Production Planning) can help in troubleshooting issues related to inspection methods.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the QS708 error and ensure that the inspection method is correctly configured and applicable for your materials and inspection types.