How To Fix QD144 - You cannot delete the sample determination rule &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: QD - Message-Id. für Dynamisierung

• Message number: 144

• Message text: You cannot delete the sample determination rule &

What causes this issue?

This rule applies to a special case of sample determination. The
program directly requests the number for this rule.

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

System Response

How to fix this error?

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QD144 - You cannot delete the sample determination rule & ?

  The SAP error message QD144, which states "You cannot delete the sample determination rule &," typically occurs when you attempt to delete a sample determination rule that is still in use or has dependencies within the system. Here are the potential causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Active Usage: The sample determination rule you are trying to delete is currently being used in quality inspection plans or other configurations.
  Dependencies: There may be other objects (like inspection lots, quality notifications, etc.) that are linked to the sample determination rule.
  Authorization Issues: You may not have the necessary permissions to delete the sample determination rule.
  System Settings: The system may have settings that prevent the deletion of certain rules for integrity and consistency reasons.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Usage: 
  
  Before attempting to delete the rule, check if it is being used in any active inspection plans or other configurations. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction codes (like QP01 for inspection plans) and searching for the rule.
  
  
  
  Remove Dependencies: 
  
  If the rule is linked to any inspection plans or other objects, you will need to remove those links or delete the dependent objects first.
  
  
  
  Change Status: 
  
  If the rule is marked as active, consider changing its status to inactive instead of deleting it. This can often be done in the same configuration area where you manage sample determination rules.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check: 
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to delete the sample determination rule. You may need to contact your SAP security administrator to verify your permissions.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to sample determination rules for any specific guidelines or restrictions regarding deletion.
  
  
  
  Use Transaction Code: 
  
  Use transaction code QD01 to view the sample determination rules and check their status and usage.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  QD01 - Create Sample Determination Rule
  QD02 - Change Sample Determination Rule
  QD03 - Display Sample Determination Rule
  QP01 - Create Inspection Plan
  QP02 - Change Inspection Plan
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional insights or patches that may address the issue.
  
  
  Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.