How To Fix QV531 - EWM Inspection needs inspection origin '17'. But inspection lot has &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: QV - QM usage decisions

• Message number: 531

• Message text: EWM Inspection needs inspection origin '17'. But inspection lot has &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QV531 - EWM Inspection needs inspection origin '17'. But inspection lot has &1 ?

  The SAP error message QV531 indicates that there is a mismatch between the expected inspection origin for an inspection lot in Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) and the actual inspection origin assigned to that lot. Specifically, the message states that the inspection needs to have an inspection origin of '17', but the inspection lot currently has a different value (represented by &1).
  Cause:
  
  Inspection Origin Mismatch: The inspection lot is created with an inspection origin that does not match the required origin for the process you are trying to execute. In this case, the system expects the inspection origin to be '17', which typically corresponds to a specific type of inspection (e.g., quality inspection during goods receipt).
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the Quality Management (QM) module or EWM that dictate which inspection origins are valid for certain processes.
  Data Entry Errors: The inspection lot may have been created with incorrect data, either manually or through an automated process.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Inspection Lot Details: Review the details of the inspection lot to confirm its current inspection origin. You can do this using transaction codes like QA32 or QA03 to display the inspection lot.
  Adjust Inspection Origin: If the inspection lot was created with the wrong inspection origin, you may need to adjust it. This could involve creating a new inspection lot with the correct origin or changing the existing lot if the system allows it.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings in the Quality Management and EWM modules to ensure that the inspection origins are set up correctly. This may involve consulting with your SAP configuration team or reviewing the relevant customizing settings.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on inspection origins and their implications in EWM and QM processes.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot determine the cause or solution, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Inspection Origins: In SAP, inspection origins are used to categorize the source of the inspection lot. Each origin has specific rules and processes associated with it.
  Quality Management (QM): Understanding the QM module and how it integrates with EWM can help in troubleshooting issues related to inspection lots.
  EWM Processes: Familiarity with EWM processes, especially those related to goods receipt and quality inspection, can provide context for why certain inspection origins are required.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.