How To Fix QY044 - Material is not known for sample &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: QY - QM: Sample management

• Message number: 044

• Message text: Material is not known for sample &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QY044 - Material is not known for sample &1 ?

  The SAP error message QY044 ("Material is not known for sample &1") typically occurs in the context of quality management (QM) when you are trying to create or process a sample for a material that the system does not recognize. This can happen for several reasons, and here are some common causes, solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  Material Master Not Created: The material for which you are trying to create a sample may not have been created in the material master.
  Incorrect Material Type: The material type may not be set up to allow for sampling or quality management processes.
  Inactive Material: The material may be inactive or not available for the plant or storage location you are working with.
  Sample Management Configuration: The configuration for sample management may not be set up correctly in the system.
  Plant-Specific Data Missing: The material may not have been extended to the specific plant or storage location you are trying to use.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Material Master: Verify that the material exists in the material master. You can do this by using transaction code MM03 to display the material and check its status.
  Create/Extend Material: If the material does not exist, create it using transaction code MM01. If it exists but is not extended to the relevant plant, use MM01 to extend it.
  Check Material Type: Ensure that the material type is appropriate for quality management and sampling. You may need to consult with your SAP configuration team if changes are required.
  Activate Material: If the material is inactive, you may need to activate it or check with your materials management team to understand why it is inactive.
  Review Sample Management Settings: Check the configuration settings for sample management in the quality management module to ensure they are set up correctly.
  Check Plant-Specific Data: Ensure that the material has been extended to the correct plant and storage location. You can do this in the material master data.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  MM01: Create Material
  MM02: Change Material
  MM03: Display Material
  QA01: Create Inspection Lot
  
  
  Quality Management Configuration: Review the configuration settings in the Quality Management module (transaction SPRO) to ensure that all necessary settings for sampling and inspection are in place.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access and manage materials in the system.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these areas, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP documentation for further troubleshooting steps.