How To Fix QA071 - You have already recorded confirmations for the insp. lot

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: QA - QM : Inspection lots

• Message number: 071

• Message text: You have already recorded confirmations for the insp. lot

What causes this issue?

You have already made a completion confirmation for the QM order that
is assigned to the inspection lot.

System Response

You cannot cancel the sample calculation for the inspection lot.

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.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QA071 - You have already recorded confirmations for the insp. lot ?

  The SAP error message QA071 ("You have already recorded confirmations for the inspection lot") typically occurs when you attempt to record a confirmation for an inspection lot that has already been confirmed. This can happen in various scenarios, such as during quality inspections or when processing inspection lots in the Quality Management (QM) module of SAP.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Confirmation: The most common cause is that the inspection lot has already been confirmed, and SAP does not allow multiple confirmations for the same lot.
  Status of Inspection Lot: The inspection lot may be in a status that does not allow further confirmations (e.g., it may be marked as completed or closed).
  User Error: The user may be trying to confirm the same inspection lot multiple times without realizing it.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Existing Confirmations: Review the inspection lot to see if confirmations have already been recorded. You can do this by navigating to the inspection lot in the SAP GUI and checking the confirmation history.
  Use the Correct Transaction: Ensure that you are using the correct transaction for the type of confirmation you want to perform. For example, if you are trying to record a result, make sure you are in the right transaction code (e.g., QA32 for results recording).
  Review Inspection Lot Status: Check the status of the inspection lot. If it is already completed or closed, you may need to take additional steps to reopen it or create a new inspection lot for further confirmations.
  Consult with Your Team: If you are unsure about the status or the process, consult with your quality management team or SAP support team for guidance on how to proceed.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as QA32 (Results Recording), QA11 (Record Usage Decision), and QA12 (Change Usage Decision).
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on handling inspection lots and confirmations.
  User Roles and Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to perform confirmations on inspection lots, as restrictions may apply based on user roles.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or bugs related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the QA071 error and proceed with your quality management tasks in SAP.