How To Fix VDM_QM_INSPECTION_BO508 - Result number &1 exceeds the specified sample size &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VDM_QM_INSPECTION_BO - Messages of Business Objects for Inspection

• Message number: 508

• Message text: Result number &1 exceeds the specified sample size &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VDM_QM_INSPECTION_BO508 - Result number &1 exceeds the specified sample size &2 ?

  The SAP error message VDM_QM_INSPECTION_BO508 indicates that the result number you are trying to enter exceeds the specified sample size for a quality inspection lot. This typically occurs in the context of Quality Management (QM) in SAP when you are working with inspection lots and trying to record results.
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when:
  
  You are attempting to enter more results than the sample size defined for the inspection lot.
  The sample size is set in the inspection plan or the inspection lot, and the number of results you are trying to record exceeds this limit.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Sample Size:
  
  Review the inspection lot to confirm the defined sample size. You can do this by navigating to the inspection lot in the SAP GUI and checking the details.
  
  
  
  Adjust the Results:
  
  Ensure that the number of results you are entering does not exceed the sample size. If you have more results than the sample size, you will need to either reduce the number of results you are entering or adjust the sample size.
  
  
  
  Modify the Sample Size:
  
  If you need to enter more results than the current sample size allows, you may need to adjust the sample size in the inspection plan or the inspection lot. This can typically be done by:
  
  Changing the inspection plan to allow for a larger sample size.
  Creating a new inspection lot with the desired sample size.
  
  
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's internal guidelines for managing inspection lots and results to ensure compliance with quality management processes.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in SAP QM for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like QA32 (for displaying inspection lots) or QA11 (for recording results) to manage inspection lots and results.
  Quality Management Module: Familiarize yourself with the QM module in SAP, as it encompasses various functionalities related to quality planning, inspection, and control.
  Inspection Plans: Understanding how inspection plans are created and maintained can help prevent similar issues in the future.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the error message and continue with your quality management processes in SAP.