How To Fix /SCWM/QINSP171 - Acceptance sampling in procurement is active; 2 inspection rules

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/QINSP -

• Message number: 171

• Message text: Acceptance sampling in procurement is active; 2 inspection rules

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/QINSP171 - Acceptance sampling in procurement is active; 2 inspection rules ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/QINSP171 indicates that acceptance sampling in procurement is active, and there are two inspection rules defined for the same material. This situation typically arises in the context of quality management within the SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module, particularly when dealing with goods receipt inspections.
  Cause:
  
  
  Multiple Inspection Rules: The error occurs when there are two inspection rules configured for the same material in the quality management settings. This can happen if:
  
  The material has been assigned multiple inspection plans.
  Different inspection rules are defined for the same procurement process.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the quality management settings or the inspection plan that leads to conflicting rules.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Review Inspection Rules:
  
  Go to the Quality Management (QM) module in SAP and check the inspection rules assigned to the material in question.
  Identify the inspection rules that are causing the conflict.
  
  
  
  Consolidate Inspection Rules:
  
  If possible, consolidate the inspection rules into a single rule that meets the requirements of your quality control process.
  If the rules serve different purposes, consider whether both are necessary and if they can be adjusted to avoid conflict.
  
  
  
  Adjust Configuration:
  
  If you find that the configuration is incorrect, you may need to adjust the settings in the inspection plan or the material master.
  Ensure that the acceptance sampling settings are correctly configured to avoid multiple active rules.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on managing inspection rules and acceptance sampling in procurement.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, perform a test goods receipt to ensure that the error does not reoccur.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Quality Management (QM): Understanding the QM module in SAP is crucial, as it deals with quality planning, inspection, and control.
  Inspection Plans: Familiarize yourself with how inspection plans are created and managed in SAP, as they define the quality control processes for materials.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on managing inspection rules.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in SAP QM and EWM for further assistance.