What is 'sample unit' in SAP QM - Quality Management?

sample unit - Overview

• Component: QM

• Component Name: Quality Management

• Description: Smallest quantity of a material that can be inspected, measured in sample units of measure. The sample size is always a whole-number multiple of the sample unit.

sample unit - Details

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  Key Concepts: 
  Sample unit is a term used in SAP Quality Management (QM) to refer to the smallest unit of a material that can be inspected. It is used to define the quantity of material that will be inspected and the frequency of inspection. The sample unit can be a single item, a batch, or a combination of both. 
  
  How to use it: 
  In SAP QM, sample units are used to define the sampling plan for inspection. The sampling plan defines the quantity of material that will be inspected and the frequency of inspection. The sample unit can be defined in the Quality Info Record (QIR) or in the Inspection Lot. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When defining sample units, it is important to consider the size and complexity of the material being inspected. For example, if the material is complex and requires more detailed inspection, then a smaller sample unit should be used. On the other hand, if the material is simple and does not require detailed inspection, then a larger sample unit can be used. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on sample units in SAP QM, please refer to SAP Help documentation on Quality Info Records (QIRs) and Inspection Lots.