How To Fix QD149 - Sample determination rule & cannot be deleted

QD149 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 149

• Message text: Sample determination rule & cannot be deleted

What causes this issue?

The rule for sample determination cannot be deleted, since it is
assigned to at least one sampling procedure.

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?

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

QD149 - Details

• The SAP error message QD149, which states "Sample determination rule & cannot be deleted," typically occurs when you attempt to delete a sample determination rule that is still in use or has dependencies in the system. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  
  Cause:
  
  Active Usage: The sample determination rule you are trying to delete is currently being used in quality management processes or is linked to other configurations.
  Dependencies: There may be other objects (like inspection plans, material master records, etc.) that reference the sample determination rule.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to delete the rule.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Usage:
  
  Before attempting to delete the sample determination rule, check if it is being used in any active inspection plans or quality processes. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transactions (like QP01 for inspection plans) and checking for references to the rule.
  
  
  
  Remove Dependencies:
  
  If the rule