How To Fix QA298 - You cannot correct actual qty, since insp. lot created by reversal doc.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: QA - QM : Inspection lots

• Message number: 298

• Message text: You cannot correct actual qty, since insp. lot created by reversal doc.

What causes this issue?

The inspection lot was created as a result of a cancelled material
document.
If the inspection lot contains stock, you cannot correct the actual
quantity of the inspection lot.
You can correct the actual quantity for inspection lots that do not
contain stock without making a stock posting in Materials Management.

System Response

The system cannot make the stock posting.

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.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QA298 - You cannot correct actual qty, since insp. lot created by reversal doc. ?

  The SAP error message QA298 indicates that you cannot correct the actual quantity of an inspection lot because the inspection lot was created by a reversal document. This typically occurs in the Quality Management (QM) module when you attempt to make changes to an inspection lot that is linked to a reversal of a goods movement, such as a goods receipt or a transfer posting.
  Cause:
  
  Reversal Document: The inspection lot was created as a result of a reversal document (e.g., reversing a goods receipt). In such cases, the system locks the inspection lot to prevent changes to the actual quantity.
  Status of Inspection Lot: The inspection lot may be in a status that does not allow for quantity corrections, especially if it is linked to a reversal.
  Quality Management Settings: Certain settings in the Quality Management module may restrict changes to inspection lots created from specific transactions.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Inspection Lot Status: Review the status of the inspection lot in transaction code QA03 (Display Inspection Lot). Ensure that it is not in a status that prevents changes.
  Use Correct Transaction: If you need to adjust the quantity, consider using the appropriate transaction for correcting the goods movement instead of trying to change the inspection lot directly.
  Recreate Inspection Lot: If necessary, you may need to cancel the inspection lot and create a new one if the situation allows for it. This can be done by using transaction code QA08 (Cancel Inspection Lot).
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for specific procedures related to your organization's configuration and policies regarding inspection lots and reversal documents.
  Custom Development: If the standard functionality does not meet your needs, consider discussing with your SAP development team about potential custom solutions or enhancements.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as QA03 (Display Inspection Lot), QA08 (Cancel Inspection Lot), and MIGO (Goods Movement) for handling goods movements and inspection lots.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional insights or patches that may address specific issues.
  Quality Management Configuration: Review the configuration settings in the Quality Management module to understand how inspection lots are created and managed in your system.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP support team or consult SAP's support portal for further assistance.