How To Fix /SCWM/QINSP162 - Number of initialized inspection rules with QIR data: &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/QINSP -

• Message number: 162

• Message text: Number of initialized inspection rules with QIR data: &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/QINSP162 - Number of initialized inspection rules with QIR data: &1 ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/QINSP162 indicates that there is an issue with the number of initialized inspection rules associated with Quality Inspection Rules (QIR) data in the Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module. This error typically arises when the system encounters a discrepancy in the expected number of inspection rules that should be initialized for a particular process or transaction.
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Issues: The inspection rules may not be properly configured in the system, leading to a mismatch in the expected and actual number of initialized rules.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the inspection rules, such as missing or incorrect entries in the relevant tables.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or enhancements in the EWM system, they might interfere with the standard processing of inspection rules.
  System Bugs: There could be bugs or issues in the specific version of SAP EWM you are using.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings for Quality Management and ensure that the inspection rules are correctly defined and activated.
  
  Navigate to the relevant customizing settings in SPRO and verify the configuration for inspection rules.
  
  
  
  Inspect Data: Use transaction codes like SE16 or SE11 to check the relevant database tables (e.g., /SCWM/QIR) for any inconsistencies or missing entries.
  
  Ensure that all necessary data for the inspection rules is present and correctly maintained.
  
  
  
  Review Custom Code: If there are any custom developments, review the code to ensure that it does not interfere with the standard processing of inspection rules.
  
  
  Check for Notes and Patches: Look for any SAP Notes or patches that may address this specific error. You can search the SAP Support Portal for relevant notes.
  
  
  Testing: After making any changes, perform tests to ensure that the issue is resolved and that the inspection rules are initialized correctly.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal or the EWM documentation for more detailed information on inspection rules and their configuration.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SCWM/INSP for managing inspection rules.
  Quality Management Integration: Understand how EWM integrates with Quality Management (QM) and how inspection rules are utilized in various processes.
  User Exits and BAdIs: Explore user exits or Business Add-Ins (BAdIs) that may be relevant to the inspection process in EWM.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.