How To Fix QC516 - Quality certificate &2 is being processed by &1


QC516 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: QC - QM: Certificates

  • Message number: 516

  • Message text: Quality certificate &2 is being processed by &1

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  • What causes this issue?

    Certificate &v2& is already being processed.

    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?

    Choose another certificate number, or wait until the processing of
    certificate &v2& is complete.

    Procedure for System Administrators


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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QC516 - Quality certificate &2 is being processed by &1 ?
    The SAP error message QC516 indicates that a quality certificate is currently being processed by another user or session. This typically occurs in the context of quality management (QM) when multiple users attempt to access or modify the same quality certificate simultaneously.
    
    Cause: Concurrent Access: Another user is currently processing the quality certificate, which locks the record for editing. Session Timeout: A previous session may not have been properly closed, leaving the certificate in a locked state. System Error: Occasionally, system errors or inconsistencies can lead to records being incorrectly marked as in use.
    Solution: Wait and Retry: If another user is processing the certificate, wait for them to complete their task and then try again. Check User Sessions: Use transaction codes like SM04 or AL08 to check active user sessions. If you identify a session that is holding the lock, you may need to contact the user or system administrator. Release Locks: If you have the necessary

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