How To Fix QV140 - Inspection lot origin & needs to be maintained

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: QV - QM usage decisions

• Message number: 140

• Message text: Inspection lot origin & needs to be maintained

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QV140 - Inspection lot origin & needs to be maintained ?

  The SAP error message QV140, which states "Inspection lot origin & needs to be maintained," typically occurs when there is an issue with the configuration or data related to the inspection lot in the Quality Management (QM) module. This error indicates that the system requires specific information about the origin of the inspection lot, which has not been properly maintained.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The inspection lot origin may not be configured correctly in the system. This could be due to missing entries in the customizing settings for Quality Management.
  Incorrect Master Data: The material master or the inspection plan may not have the necessary data related to the inspection lot origin.
  Missing Entries in Customizing: The relevant customizing settings for inspection lot origins may not have been maintained in the system.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the QV140 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Inspection Lot Origin Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP customizing transaction (SPRO).
  Navigate to Quality Management > Quality Planning > Inspection Lot Creation > Define Inspection Lot Origins.
  Ensure that the necessary inspection lot origins are defined and that they are correctly assigned to the relevant materials or processes.
  
  
  
  Review Material Master Data:
  
  Check the material master record for the material in question (transaction MM03).
  Ensure that the Quality Management views are properly maintained, including the inspection lot origin.
  
  
  
  Inspect Inspection Plan:
  
  If applicable, check the inspection plan associated with the material to ensure that it is correctly set up and linked to the appropriate inspection lot origin.
  
  
  
  Maintain Required Data:
  
  If the system requires specific data for the inspection lot origin, ensure that this data is entered and saved in the relevant master records.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to Quality Management and inspection lot origins for additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the process again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  MM03 (Display Material Master)
  SPRO (Customizing)
  QA01 (Create Inspection Lot)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to maintain the required settings in the system.
  
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant specializing in Quality Management for further assistance.