How To Fix QC001 - Blocking is not permitted - assignments still exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: QC - QM: Certificates

• Message number: 001

• Message text: Blocking is not permitted - assignments still exist

What causes this issue?

You have attempted to lock the certificate profile. This possible only
if no valid assignments exist for the certificate profile effective
today's date.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Delete the assignments for the certificate profile and then carry out
the function again.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QC001 - Blocking is not permitted - assignments still exist ?

  The SAP error message QC001 ("Blocking is not permitted - assignments still exist") typically occurs in the context of Quality Management (QM) when you attempt to block a quality inspection lot or a material that has existing assignments or dependencies. This error indicates that there are still active assignments related to the object you are trying to block, which prevents the blocking action from being completed.
  Cause:
  
  
  Existing Assignments: The most common cause of this error is that there are still open assignments related to the inspection lot or material. This could include:
  
  Open inspection lots that are still in process.
  Active quality notifications or defects linked to the inspection lot.
  Other dependent processes that are still referencing the object.
  
  
  
  Status of the Inspection Lot: The inspection lot may be in a status that does not allow blocking, such as being in a "Released" or "In Process" state.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the QC001 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Assignments: Review the inspection lot or material for any existing assignments. You can do this by:
  
  Navigating to the inspection lot in the SAP GUI and checking for any open assignments or linked notifications.
  Using transaction codes like QA32 (for inspection lot overview) or QM03 (for quality notifications) to identify any related objects.
  
  
  
  Close or Complete Assignments: If you find any open assignments, you will need to either complete or close them before you can block the inspection lot or material. This may involve:
  
  Completing the inspection process.
  Closing any quality notifications or defects.
  Ensuring that all related processes are finalized.
  
  
  
  Change Status: If the inspection lot is in a status that does not allow blocking, you may need to change its status to a permissible one. This could involve:
  
  Changing the status of the inspection lot to "Completed" or "Cancelled" if applicable.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the specific assignments or processes, consult your organization's documentation or reach out to your SAP QM module support team for guidance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP QM, such as:
  
  QA32 - Display Inspection Lots
  QA03 - Display Quality Notifications
  QM01 - Create Quality Notification
  QM02 - Change Quality Notification
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional insights or patches that may address specific issues.
  
  
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to perform the actions you are attempting, as lack of permissions can also lead to errors.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the QC001 error and take appropriate actions to resolve it.