How To Fix RM327 - Inspection lot cannot be created due to inconsistent QM data

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RM - Messages for Repetitive Manufacturing

• Message number: 327

• Message text: Inspection lot cannot be created due to inconsistent QM data

What causes this issue?

Quality Management is active. However, important data for creating an
inspecion lot (such as the routing) is missing.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Complete the data in the production version.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RM327 - Inspection lot cannot be created due to inconsistent QM data ?

  The SAP error message RM327, which states "Inspection lot cannot be created due to inconsistent QM data," typically occurs when there are inconsistencies in the Quality Management (QM) data related to the material or the inspection process. This can prevent the system from creating an inspection lot for quality checks.
  Causes of RM327 Error
  
  
  Missing or Incomplete QM Master Data: The material master may not have the necessary QM data set up, such as inspection types or quality control indicators.
  
  
  Inconsistent Inspection Plan: The inspection plan associated with the material may be incomplete or not properly assigned.
  
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for QM may not be correctly set up in the system, leading to inconsistencies.
  
  
  Material Status: The material may have a status that prevents inspection lot creation, such as being blocked for quality inspection.
  
  
  Plant or Storage Location Issues: The plant or storage location settings may not be correctly configured for QM processes.
  
  
  Solutions to RM327 Error
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the material master (transaction code MM03) and verify that the QM view is properly maintained.
  Ensure that the inspection type is assigned and that the relevant quality control indicators are set.
  
  
  
  Review Inspection Plans:
  
  Check the inspection plan associated with the material (transaction code QP03) to ensure it is complete and correctly assigned to the material.
  
  
  
  Verify QM Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration settings in the Quality Management module to ensure that all necessary settings are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Check Material Status:
  
  Ensure that the material is not blocked for quality inspection. You can check this in the material master or by using transaction code MM02.
  
  
  
  Inspect Plant and Storage Location Settings:
  
  Verify that the plant and storage location settings are correctly configured for QM processes. This includes checking the settings in the customizing (transaction code SPRO).
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM03: Display Material Master
  QP03: Display Inspection Plan
  SPRO: Customizing Implementation Guide
  
  
  
  Quality Management Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to Quality Management for best practices and configuration guidelines.
  
  
  SAP Community and Forums: Engage with the SAP community or forums for additional insights and solutions from other users who may have encountered the same issue.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the underlying issues causing the RM327 error in SAP.