What is sample in SAP QM - Quality Management?

SAP Term: sample

• Component: QM

• Component Name: Quality Management

• Description: One or several units taken from the inspection lot population, to gain information about the quality of the inspection lot. A sample describes distinguishable discrete units, such as piece goods that are subject to a sampling procedure.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Sample in SAP QM Quality Management is a representative part of a material or product that is used to test the quality of the material or product. It is used to determine whether the material or product meets the required quality standards. The sample can be taken from a batch of materials or products, or it can be taken from a single item. 
  
  How to use it: 
  In SAP QM Quality Management, samples are used to test the quality of materials or products. The sample is taken from a batch of materials or products, or from a single item. The sample is then tested against the required quality standards. If the sample meets the required standards, then the material or product is considered to be of good quality. If the sample does not meet the required standards, then corrective action must be taken to ensure that the material or product meets the required quality standards. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When taking samples for testing, it is important to ensure that the sample is representative of the material or product being tested. This means that the sample should be taken from a batch of materials or products, or from a single item. It is also important to ensure that the sample is taken in accordance with the required quality standards. 
  
  Related Information: 
  In SAP QM Quality Management, samples are used in conjunction with other quality management tools such as inspection plans and control charts. These tools are used to ensure that materials and products meet the required quality standards. Additionally, samples can also be used in conjunction with statistical process control (SPC) techniques to monitor and control process performance.