How To Fix QE481 - You cannot delete the entry here

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: QE - RM-QSS Fehlertexte zur Ergebniserfassung

• Message number: 481

• Message text: You cannot delete the entry here

What causes this issue?

You want to delete an individual result.

System Response

Deletion of individual results is not supported on this screen.

How to fix this error?

Select the individual result you want to delete, and set the individual
result attribute to invalid.
The individual result then no longer counts towards the characteristic
result.
You can delete individual results on the single screen for the
characteristic provided they have not yet been saved in the database.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QE481 - You cannot delete the entry here ?

  The SAP error message QE481 ("You cannot delete the entry here") typically occurs in the context of Quality Management (QM) when a user attempts to delete a record that is not allowed to be deleted due to various reasons. This error can arise in different scenarios, such as when dealing with inspection lots, quality notifications, or other QM-related entries.
  Causes of Error QE481
  
  
  Data Integrity Constraints: The entry you are trying to delete may be linked to other data records, and SAP enforces data integrity by preventing the deletion of such entries.
  
  
  Status of the Entry: The entry may be in a status that does not allow deletion. For example, if the inspection lot has been processed or is in a closed status, it cannot be deleted.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to delete the entry. SAP has role-based access controls that can restrict certain actions.
  
  
  Custom Logic: There may be custom validations or enhancements in place that prevent the deletion of certain entries based on business rules.
  
  
  Solutions to Error QE481
  
  
  Check Dependencies: Review the entry you are trying to delete and check if it is linked to other records. If it is, you may need to delete or modify those linked records first.
  
  
  Review Status: Ensure that the entry is in a status that allows deletion. If it is not, you may need to change the status or follow the appropriate process to handle the entry.
  
  
  Authorization Check: Verify that you have the necessary permissions to delete the entry. If not, contact your SAP security administrator to request the appropriate access.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Check the SAP documentation or help files related to the specific module you are working with for any additional guidelines on deletion processes.
  
  
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who can provide further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in the QM module, such as QA01 (Create Inspection Lot), QA02 (Change Inspection Lot), and QA03 (Display Inspection Lot), to understand the context of the entry you are trying to delete.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to error message QE481 in the SAP Support Portal. There may be specific notes that address known issues or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  User Forums: Consider checking SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed. Other users may have encountered the same error and found solutions.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.