How To Fix C2317 - User status prevents deletion of inspection lot &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: C2 - Other messages production orders

• Message number: 317

• Message text: User status prevents deletion of inspection lot &2

What causes this issue?

The status profile &V1& assigned to the order sets a user status that
prohibits the business transaction 'Delete inspection lot'.

System Response

Inspection lot &V2& is not deleted in the order. An inspection lot can
only be deleted when the business transaction 'Delete inspection lot'
is allowed.

How to fix this error?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message C2317 - User status prevents deletion of inspection lot &2 ?

  The SAP error message C2317 indicates that a user status is preventing the deletion of an inspection lot. This typically occurs when the inspection lot is in a status that does not allow for deletion, often due to certain conditions or processes that are still active.
  Cause:
  
  User Status: The inspection lot has a user status assigned that restricts deletion. This could be due to various reasons, such as the lot being in a process that requires it to be retained (e.g., quality inspection, stock transfer).
  Document Flow: There may be related documents or processes (like goods movements, quality notifications, etc.) that are linked to the inspection lot, preventing its deletion.
  Configuration Settings: The system may be configured to prevent deletion of inspection lots under certain conditions.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Status: 
  
  Go to the inspection lot in question and check the user status assigned to it. You can do this by navigating to the inspection lot in the Quality Management module and reviewing the status details.
  If the status is preventing deletion, you may need to change or remove the user status if it is appropriate to do so.
  
  
  
  Review Related Documents: 
  
  Check if there are any related documents or processes that are still active. If there are, you may need to complete or cancel those processes before you can delete the inspection lot.
  
  
  
  Change Status: 
  
  If you have the necessary authorizations, you can change the user status to allow for deletion. This can typically be done through the status management functionality in SAP.
  
  
  
  Consult with Your Team: 
  
  If you are unsure about changing the status or deleting the inspection lot, consult with your quality management team or SAP administrator to ensure that you are not disrupting any critical processes.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes and Documentation: 
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes or documentation that may provide additional insights or specific instructions related to this error message.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like QA03 (Display Inspection Lot) to view the inspection lot details and its status.
  User Status Management: Familiarize yourself with how user statuses are managed in your SAP system, as this can vary based on configuration.
  Quality Management Module: Understanding the processes within the Quality Management module can help in identifying why certain statuses are applied to inspection lots.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP support team for further assistance.