How To Fix VDM_QM_CONTROL_BO001 - Quality level &1 is tightened.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VDM_QM_CONTROL_BO - Messages of Business Objects for Quality Control

• Message number: 001

• Message text: Quality level &1 is tightened.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VDM_QM_CONTROL_BO001 - Quality level &1 is tightened. ?

  The SAP error message "VDM_QM_CONTROL_BO001 Quality level &1 is tightened" typically occurs in the context of Quality Management (QM) processes within SAP. This message indicates that the quality level for a specific material or batch has been tightened, meaning that the quality requirements for that item have become more stringent.
  Cause:
  
  Quality Level Change: The quality level of a material or batch has been changed to a stricter standard. This could be due to changes in quality control policies, customer requirements, or internal quality assurance processes.
  Inspection Plan Adjustments: The inspection plan associated with the material may have been modified to include more rigorous testing or criteria.
  Batch Management: If batch management is enabled, the quality level for a specific batch may have been adjusted based on previous inspection results or quality issues.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Quality Level Settings: Check the quality level settings for the material or batch in question. You can do this by navigating to the material master or batch management screens in SAP.
  Inspect Inspection Plans: Review the inspection plans associated with the material to ensure they align with the current quality requirements. Adjust the inspection plan if necessary.
  Consult Quality Management Team: If you are unsure why the quality level was tightened, consult with your quality management team or the person responsible for quality assurance in your organization.
  Adjust Quality Level: If the tightening of the quality level is not warranted, you may need to adjust it back to a less stringent level, following your organization's procedures for quality level changes.
  Documentation: Ensure that any changes made are documented properly to maintain compliance with quality standards and regulations.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM02 (Change Material), QCC1 (Create Inspection Plan), and QA32 (Change Batch).
  Quality Management Configuration: Understanding the configuration settings in the Quality Management module can help in troubleshooting and resolving issues related to quality levels.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or provide additional guidance related to this error message.
  Training and Documentation: Ensure that users involved in quality management processes are trained and have access to documentation regarding quality levels and inspection plans.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error message and implement a solution effectively.