How To Fix QBEXT216 - Order &1: No deletion of EWM insp. doc. &2 because EWM process started

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: QBEXT - QBEXT

• Message number: 216

• Message text: Order &1: No deletion of EWM insp. doc. &2 because EWM process started

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QBEXT216 - Order &1: No deletion of EWM insp. doc. &2 because EWM process started ?

  The SAP error message QBEXT216 indicates that there is an issue with the deletion of an inspection document in the Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) system. Specifically, the error states that the deletion cannot occur because an EWM process has already started for the inspection document in question.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the inspection document (ID &2) associated with the order (ID &1) is currently being processed by EWM. This means that there are ongoing operations or transactions that are linked to the inspection document, preventing its deletion. Common scenarios that can lead to this error include:
  
  Active Warehouse Tasks: There may be warehouse tasks that are still in progress or have not been completed.
  Open Processes: The inspection document might be linked to open processes such as stock transfers, putaway, or picking activities.
  System Locking: The system may have locks in place that prevent changes to the inspection document while it is being processed.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Active Processes: Review the EWM processes associated with the inspection document. You can do this by checking the relevant warehouse tasks or processes in the EWM system.
  
  
  Complete or Cancel Tasks: If there are active warehouse tasks, you may need to complete or cancel them before attempting to delete the inspection document again.
  
  
  Release Locks: If there are system locks preventing the deletion, ensure that all related processes are completed and that no other users are holding locks on the inspection document.
  
  
  Consult Logs: Check the system logs for any additional information or error messages that might provide more context about why the deletion is being blocked.
  
  
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue through the above steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting the SAP Knowledge Base for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in EWM, such as /SCWM/PRDI for displaying inbound deliveries or /SCWM/PRDO for outbound deliveries, to help you navigate and manage warehouse processes.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to EWM and inspection document management for best practices and guidelines on handling inspection documents.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the appropriate permissions to delete inspection documents and manage warehouse tasks in EWM.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.