How To Fix RMSA450QM009 - Inspection method &1, &2 is not assigned to master insp. char. &1, &4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RMSA450QM - RMS: ATL QM Message Texts for QM Title Element

• Message number: 009

• Message text: Inspection method &1, &2 is not assigned to master insp. char. &1, &4

What causes this issue?

The inspection method is not assigned to the selected master inspection
characteristic.

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?

Choose an inspection method that is assigned to the master inspection
characteristic. To display the possible inspection methods,
double-click the entry under master inspection characteristic twice.
Then choose <ZK>Inspection Methods.</>

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RMSA450QM009 - Inspection method &1, &2 is not assigned to master insp. char. &1, &4 ?

  The SAP error message RMSA450QM009 indicates that there is an issue with the assignment of an inspection method to a master inspection characteristic (MIC) in the Quality Management (QM) module. Specifically, it suggests that the inspection method you are trying to use is not properly assigned to the specified master inspection characteristic.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Assignment: The inspection method you are trying to use is not assigned to the master inspection characteristic in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be a configuration issue where the inspection method is not linked to the correct characteristic.
  Data Entry Error: There could be a typo or error in the input data when trying to create or modify the inspection plan.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Assignment:
  
  Go to the transaction code QMP1 (Create Master Inspection Characteristic) or QMP2 (Change Master Inspection Characteristic).
  Verify that the inspection method is correctly assigned to the master inspection characteristic in question.
  If it is not assigned, you will need to add the appropriate inspection method.
  
  
  
  Create or Modify Inspection Method:
  
  If the inspection method does not exist, you may need to create it using transaction code QMT1 (Create Inspection Method).
  Ensure that the inspection method is properly configured and meets the requirements for the master inspection characteristic.
  
  
  
  Review Inspection Plan:
  
  Check the inspection plan associated with the material or process to ensure that it references the correct master inspection characteristic and inspection method.
  Use transaction code QP01 (Create Inspection Plan) or QP02 (Change Inspection Plan) to review and modify as necessary.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to Quality Management and master inspection characteristics for additional guidance on proper configuration.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the process again to ensure that the error does not occur.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  QMP1 - Create Master Inspection Characteristic
  QMP2 - Change Master Inspection Characteristic
  QMT1 - Create Inspection Method
  QP01 - Create Inspection Plan
  QP02 - Change Inspection Plan
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to master inspection characteristics and inspection methods.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RMSA450QM009 error and ensure that your inspection methods are correctly assigned to the relevant master inspection characteristics.