How To Fix QD150 - Valuation rule & cannot be deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 150

• Message text: Valuation rule & cannot be deleted

What causes this issue?

The valuation rule cannot be deleted, since it is assigned to at least
one valuation mode.

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?

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QD150 - Valuation rule & cannot be deleted ?

  The SAP error message QD150, which states "Valuation rule & cannot be deleted," typically occurs when you attempt to delete a valuation rule that is still in use or has dependencies in the system. This can happen in the context of Quality Management (QM) in SAP, where valuation rules are used to determine how quality inspection results are evaluated.
  Cause:
  
  Active Usage: The valuation rule you are trying to delete is currently being used in one or more quality inspection plans, inspection lots, or other related configurations.
  Dependencies: There may be other objects or configurations that depend on the valuation rule, preventing its deletion.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to delete the valuation rule.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error and successfully delete the valuation rule, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Usage:
  
  Use transaction code QDP1 (or QDP2 for display) to check if the valuation rule is assigned to any inspection plans or other objects.
  Review the inspection plans and lots to see if the valuation rule is actively being used.
  
  
  
  Remove Dependencies:
  
  If the valuation rule is linked to any inspection plans, you will need to either modify those plans to remove the reference to the valuation rule or delete the inspection plans if they are no longer needed.
  Ensure that there are no active inspection lots that reference the valuation rule.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to delete the valuation rule. If you do not have the required permissions, contact your SAP security administrator.
  
  
  
  Delete the Valuation Rule:
  
  Once you have confirmed that the valuation rule is not in use and you have the necessary permissions, you can proceed to delete the valuation rule using transaction code QDP1.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the implications of deleting a valuation rule, consult the SAP documentation or your organization's SAP support team for guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  QDP1: Create Valuation Rule
  QDP2: Change Valuation Rule
  QDP3: Display Valuation Rule
  
  
  Quality Management (QM): Understanding how valuation rules fit into the broader context of quality management processes in SAP can help in managing and configuring them effectively.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or solutions related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.