How To Fix QD552 - Deletion is not possible - The allowed relationship is locked by &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 552

• Message text: Deletion is not possible - The allowed relationship is locked by &

What causes this issue?

The dynamic modification rule that you want to delete exists in the
allowed relationships.

The system tries to delete the corresponding entries but the
customizing
application for the allowed relationships is 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?

Exit the customizing application and delete the dynamic modification
rule again.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QD552 - Deletion is not possible - The allowed relationship is locked by & ?

  The SAP error message QD552 indicates that a deletion operation cannot be performed because the allowed relationship is locked by a specific object or user. This typically occurs in the context of Quality Management (QM) or Material Management (MM) modules when trying to delete a quality notification, inspection lot, or similar object that has dependencies or relationships that are currently locked.
  Cause:
  
  Locked Relationships: The object you are trying to delete has relationships (like inspection lots, notifications, etc.) that are currently locked by another user or process.
  Open Transactions: There may be open transactions or processes that are using the object, preventing its deletion.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to delete the object due to system settings or roles.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Locks: Use transaction code SM12 to check for any locks on the object. You can identify the user or process that is holding the lock and take appropriate action (e.g., ask the user to release the lock).
  Review Dependencies: Investigate any dependencies or relationships that might be preventing the deletion. This could involve checking related inspection lots, notifications, or other linked objects.
  Complete Open Transactions: Ensure that all related transactions are completed or closed. For example, if there are open inspection lots, they may need to be processed or closed before the deletion can occur.
  Authorization Check: Verify that the user attempting the deletion has the necessary authorizations. If not, consult with your SAP security team to adjust roles or permissions.
  Use Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you may need to use specific transaction codes to manage the objects involved (e.g., IQ01 for creating inspection lots, QM01 for quality notifications).
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common problems.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to Quality Management and Material Management for best practices on managing objects and their relationships.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, providing them with the error message and context of the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate actions to resolve it.