How To Fix CV536 - Group &1 (type &2) is still used in inspection lots

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CV - CIM messages: Update

• Message number: 536

• Message text: Group &1 (type &2) is still used in inspection lots

What causes this issue?

Group &V1& (task list type &V2&) is still used in inspection lots.

System Response

The group could not be deleted during the archiving run.

How to fix this error?

Repeat the archiving run for this group if the corresponding inspection
lots have been deleted.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CV536 - Group &1 (type &2) is still used in inspection lots ?

  The SAP error message CV536 indicates that a specific group (identified by &1) of a certain type (identified by &2) is still being used in inspection lots. This typically occurs when you attempt to delete or change a group that is currently in use, which is not allowed in SAP to maintain data integrity.
  Cause:
  
  Active Inspection Lots: The group you are trying to delete or modify is still associated with one or more active inspection lots.
  Data Integrity: SAP prevents the deletion or modification of groups that are in use to ensure that related data remains consistent and accurate.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify Active Inspection Lots:
  
  Use transaction code QA03 (Display Inspection Lot) to check if there are any active inspection lots associated with the group.
  You can also use transaction QA11 (Record Results) or QA12 (Change Results) to see if the inspection lot is still open.
  
  
  
  Close or Delete Inspection Lots:
  
  If you find that there are active inspection lots, you will need to either complete the inspection process or delete the inspection lots if they are no longer needed.
  To close an inspection lot, you may need to record results or perform the necessary actions to finalize it.
  
  
  
  Check for Dependencies:
  
  Ensure that there are no other dependencies or references to the group in other areas of the system that might prevent its deletion.
  
  
  
  Consult with Your Team:
  
  If you are unsure about deleting or modifying the group, consult with your quality management team or SAP administrator to ensure that it is safe to proceed.
  
  
  
  Retry the Action:
  
  Once you have ensured that there are no active inspection lots using the group, you can attempt to delete or modify the group again.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  QA03: Display Inspection Lot
  QA11: Record Results
  QA12: Change Results
  QAC3: Change Inspection Characteristics
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might provide additional insights or solutions related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on Quality Management (QM) for more details on inspection lots and groups.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CV536 error and manage your inspection groups effectively.