How To Fix EHQ055 - Inspection characteristic &1 could not be deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EHQ - QM: Messages

• Message number: 055

• Message text: Inspection characteristic &1 could not be deleted

What causes this issue?

The inspection characteristic &V1& was to be deleted but an error
occurred.

System Response

The inspection characteristic was not deleted.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EHQ055 - Inspection characteristic &1 could not be deleted ?

  The SAP error message EHQ055 indicates that an inspection characteristic (identified by &1) could not be deleted. This error typically arises in the context of Quality Management (QM) when attempting to modify or delete inspection characteristics from a Quality Inspection Plan or similar object.
  Causes:
  
  Usage in Active Inspection Plans: The inspection characteristic may be currently in use in one or more active inspection plans, making it impossible to delete.
  Dependencies: There may be dependencies or links to other objects (like inspection lots, results, etc.) that prevent deletion.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to delete the inspection characteristic.
  System Locking: The characteristic might be locked by another user or process, preventing modifications.
  Technical Issues: There could be underlying technical issues or inconsistencies in the database.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Active Inspection Plans: Review all inspection plans that reference the characteristic. If it is in use, you will need to remove it from those plans before attempting to delete it.
  Remove Dependencies: Ensure that there are no dependencies or links to the characteristic in other objects. This may involve checking inspection lots, results, or other related data.
  Authorization Check: Verify that you have the necessary permissions to delete the inspection characteristic. If not, contact your system administrator to obtain the required authorizations.
  Unlock the Characteristic: If the characteristic is locked, you may need to wait for the lock to be released or contact your system administrator to unlock it.
  Consult Technical Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting the SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like QP01 (Create Inspection Plan), QP02 (Change Inspection Plan), and QP03 (Display Inspection Plan) to manage inspection characteristics.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific patches or updates related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on Quality Management for more details on managing inspection characteristics and plans.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.