How To Fix IM803 - Update termination during delete QMFE (error item)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IM - Maintenance notifications

• Message number: 803

• Message text: Update termination during delete QMFE (error item)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IM803 - Update termination during delete QMFE (error item) ?

  The SAP error message IM803 indicates that there was an update termination during the deletion of a Quality Management (QM) inspection lot, specifically related to the QMFE (Quality Management Feedback) table. This error typically occurs when there is an issue with the data consistency or when the system encounters a problem while trying to delete records associated with the inspection lot.
  Causes of IM803 Error
  
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the inspection lot or the QMFE records that are being deleted.
  Database Locking Issues: If another process is accessing the same data, it may lead to a lock situation, causing the update to fail.
  Custom Code or Enhancements: If there are custom developments or enhancements that interact with the QMFE table, they may not handle deletions properly.
  System Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the Quality Management module can lead to unexpected behavior during data operations.
  
  Solutions
  
  
  Check for Data Consistency:
  
  Use transaction codes like QA32 or QA03 to check the status of the inspection lot and ensure that there are no inconsistencies.
  Run consistency checks or reports to identify any issues with the QMFE records.
  
  
  
  Review Update Logs:
  
  Check the update logs (transaction SM13) to identify the specific cause of the termination. This can provide insights into what went wrong during the update process.
  
  
  
  Database Locks:
  
  Use transaction SM12 to check for any locks on the QMFE table or related tables. If locks are found, you may need to resolve them before attempting the deletion again.
  
  
  
  Custom Code Review:
  
  If there are any custom programs or enhancements that interact with the QMFE table, review the code to ensure it handles deletions correctly.
  
  
  
  Reprocessing the Update:
  
  If the error is transient, you may be able to reprocess the update. Use transaction SM14 to reprocess the terminated update requests.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. There may be patches or updates available that resolve known issues.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists and you cannot identify the root cause, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance. Provide them with detailed information about the error, including any logs or screenshots.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  QA32: Display Inspection Lots
  QA03: Display Inspection Lot
  SM13: Update Records
  SM12: Display and Delete Locks
  SM14: Reprocess Update Requests
  
  
  
  Tables Involved:
  
  QMFE: Quality Management Feedback
  Other related tables may include QALS (Inspection Lot) and QAMR (Quality Management Results).
  
  
  
  Best Practices:
  
  Regularly monitor and maintain data consistency in the Quality Management module.
  Implement proper error handling in custom developments to manage database operations effectively.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the IM803 error in SAP.