What is the difference between Quality Inspection and Quality Notification in SAP QM?

In SAP QM, Quality Inspection and Quality Notification serve different purposes in the quality management process.

Quality Inspection:

Quality Inspection in SAP QM is a process where materials or products are checked for compliance with specified quality standards. This involves conducting detailed checks, tests, and measurements to ensure that the products meet the required quality criteria. The results of the inspection are recorded and can be used to make decisions on the acceptance or rejection of the materials or products.

Quality Notification:

Quality Notification, on the other hand, is a formal report that is created to record any quality-related issues or defects identified during the quality inspection process or in other stages of the production process. It serves as a way to document and track quality problems, initiate corrective actions, and ensure that issues are resolved in a timely manner. Quality Notifications can trigger follow-up activities such as rework, scrap, or supplier notifications.

Overall, Quality Inspection focuses on checking the quality of materials or products, while Quality Notification is used to report and address quality issues that have been identified.