How To Fix IM766 - Notification &1 : Corresponding inspection lot &2 has no usage decision

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IM - Maintenance notifications

• Message number: 766

• Message text: Notification &1 : Corresponding inspection lot &2 has no usage decision

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IM766 - Notification &1 : Corresponding inspection lot &2 has no usage decision ?

  The SAP error message IM766 indicates that there is an issue with an inspection lot in the context of quality management. Specifically, it states that the corresponding inspection lot does not have a usage decision (UD) made for it. This can occur in various scenarios, such as when trying to post a goods movement or perform a transaction that requires a usage decision to be made on the inspection lot.
  Cause:
  
  No Usage Decision Made: The primary cause of this error is that the inspection lot referenced in the message has not had a usage decision recorded. A usage decision is necessary to determine whether the inspected materials are accepted, rejected, or require further action.
  Inspection Lot Status: The inspection lot may be in a status that does not allow for further processing until a usage decision is made.
  System Configuration: There may be configuration settings in the Quality Management module that require a usage decision before certain transactions can be completed.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Make a Usage Decision:
  
  Navigate to the Quality Management module in SAP.
  Use transaction code QA32 (for collective processing of inspection lots) or QA11 (for individual usage decision).
  Locate the inspection lot referenced in the error message.
  Review the inspection results and make the appropriate usage decision (Accept, Reject, or Further Inspection).
  Save the usage decision.
  
  
  
  Check Inspection Lot Status:
  
  Ensure that the inspection lot is not in a status that prevents making a usage decision. If it is, you may need to change its status or resolve any issues preventing the UD.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  If this issue occurs frequently, review the configuration settings in the Quality Management module to ensure they align with your business processes. You may need to consult with your SAP QM consultant for adjustments.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  QA32: Collective processing of inspection lots.
  QA11: Make usage decision for an inspection lot.
  QA12: Change usage decision for an inspection lot.
  
  
  
  Inspection Lot Types: Understand the different types of inspection lots (e.g., goods receipt, in-process, final inspection) and their respective processes.
  
  
  Quality Management Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on quality management processes and usage decisions.
  
  
  User Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to make usage decisions in the system.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the IM766 error and proceed with your transactions in SAP.