How To Fix RMSA450QM010 - No inspection method exists for master insp. char. &1, version &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 010

• Message text: No inspection method exists for master insp. char. &1, version &2

What causes this issue?

You can only choose inspection methods that are assigned to the master
inspection characteristic. No inspection methods are assigned to the
master inspection characteristic that you have chosen.

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 Inspection Methods.

Procedure for System Administrators

In transaction QS23, choose <ZK>Inspection Methods. </>

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RMSA450QM010 - No inspection method exists for master insp. char. &1, version &2 ?

  The SAP error message RMSA450QM010 indicates that there is no inspection method defined for a specific master inspection characteristic (MIC) in the context of quality management. This error typically arises when you are trying to perform a quality inspection or when you are working with quality-related processes in SAP, and the system cannot find a corresponding inspection method for the specified master inspection characteristic.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Inspection Method: The primary cause of this error is that the inspection method for the specified master inspection characteristic is not defined in the system.
  Incorrect Version: The version of the master inspection characteristic being referenced may not have an associated inspection method.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the quality management module, particularly in the settings related to inspection methods and characteristics.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error RMSA450QM010, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Master Inspection Characteristic:
  
  Go to the transaction code QS22 (Change Master Inspection Characteristic).
  Enter the MIC number and check if it exists and is active.
  
  
  
  Define Inspection Method:
  
  If the inspection method is missing, you need to create it. Use transaction code QMT1 (Create Inspection Method) to define a new inspection method.
  Ensure that the inspection method is linked to the correct master inspection characteristic.
  
  
  
  Assign Inspection Method to MIC:
  
  After creating the inspection method, you need to assign it to the master inspection characteristic. This can be done in the same transaction (QS22) by editing the MIC and linking it to the newly created inspection method.
  
  
  
  Check Versioning:
  
  Ensure that you are using the correct version of the master inspection characteristic. If you are referencing an older version, check if the inspection method is defined for that version.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  If the above steps do not resolve the issue, review the configuration settings in the Quality Management module. Ensure that all necessary settings for inspection methods and characteristics are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on setting up inspection methods and characteristics.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  QS22: Change Master Inspection Characteristic
  QMT1: Create Inspection Method
  QMT2: Change Inspection Method
  QMT3: Display Inspection Method
  
  
  
  Quality Management Configuration: Familiarize yourself with the configuration settings in the Quality Management module, particularly those related to inspection methods and characteristics.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that the necessary inspection methods are in place for your master inspection characteristics.