How To Fix /SCWM/QINSP116 - Inspection type &1 does not exist in ERP system &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/QINSP -

• Message number: 116

• Message text: Inspection type &1 does not exist in ERP system &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/QINSP116 - Inspection type &1 does not exist in ERP system &2 ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/QINSP116 Inspection type &1 does not exist in ERP system &2 typically occurs in the context of SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) when there is an attempt to reference an inspection type that is not defined in the connected ERP system (like SAP S/4HANA or SAP ECC).
  Cause:
  
  Missing Inspection Type: The specified inspection type (&1) is not defined in the ERP system (&2). This could happen if the inspection type was never created or if it was deleted.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues or inconsistencies between the EWM and ERP systems, especially if they are not properly synchronized.
  Data Transfer Issues: If there are issues with the data transfer between EWM and the ERP system, it may lead to the EWM system not being aware of certain inspection types.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Inspection Type in ERP:
  
  Go to the ERP system and check if the inspection type exists. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration settings in the Quality Management (QM) module.
  Use transaction code OMQ1 to check the inspection types.
  
  
  
  Create or Modify Inspection Type:
  
  If the inspection type does not exist, you may need to create it in the ERP system.
  If it exists but is not correctly configured, you may need to modify it to ensure it meets the requirements of the EWM system.
  
  
  
  Synchronize EWM and ERP:
  
  Ensure that the EWM system is properly synchronized with the ERP system. This may involve checking the settings in the EWM configuration and ensuring that the necessary data is transferred correctly.
  
  
  
  Check Customizing Settings:
  
  Review the customizing settings in both EWM and ERP to ensure that they are aligned. This includes checking the settings for quality inspection and ensuring that the inspection types are correctly mapped.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific error message for additional troubleshooting steps or known issues.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OMQ1 (for inspection types) and SPRO (for customizing).
  Integration Points: Understand the integration points between EWM and ERP, especially in the context of Quality Management.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to this error message for any patches or updates that may address the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.