How To Fix QEHH017 - Incorrect status "&1" for allocation (inspection lot &3 operation &4)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: QEHH - QM Handheld

• Message number: 017

• Message text: Incorrect status "&1" for allocation (inspection lot &3 operation &4)

What causes this issue?

Status "&V1&" is not allowed for the allocation (inspection lot &V3&,
operation &V4&).

System Response

The allocation can no longer be processed.

How to fix this error?

Check the status and assign a permitted status to the allocation. The
original status of the allocation was "&V2&".

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QEHH017 - Incorrect status "&1" for allocation (inspection lot &3 operation &4) ?

  The SAP error message QEHH017 indicates that there is an incorrect status for an allocation related to an inspection lot. This error typically arises in the context of Quality Management (QM) when dealing with inspection lots and their associated operations.
  Cause:
  The error message "Incorrect status '&1' for allocation (inspection lot &3 operation &4)" usually occurs due to one of the following reasons:
  
  
  Incorrect Inspection Lot Status: The inspection lot may be in a status that does not allow for the allocation process to proceed. For example, if the lot is already completed or has been canceled, it cannot be allocated again.
  
  
  Operation Status: The specific operation within the inspection lot may also have a status that prevents allocation. If the operation is not in a status that allows for further processing, this error can occur.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the Quality Management module that are not aligned with the expected statuses for inspection lots and operations.
  
  
  User Authorization: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the allocation for the specified inspection lot and operation.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the QEHH017 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Inspection Lot Status:
  
  Go to the inspection lot in question and check its current status. Ensure that it is in a status that allows for allocation (e.g., "In Process" or "Open").
  If the lot is completed or canceled, you may need to create a new inspection lot or revert the status if possible.
  
  
  
  Review Operation Status:
  
  Check the status of the specific operation associated with the inspection lot. Ensure that it is also in a valid status for allocation.
  
  
  
  Configuration Review:
  
  Review the configuration settings in the Quality Management module to ensure that the statuses for inspection lots and operations are correctly defined and aligned with business processes.
  
  
  
  User Authorization:
  
  Verify that the user attempting to perform the allocation has the necessary authorizations. If not, consult with your SAP security team to grant the required permissions.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for further insights into the specific statuses and their meanings in the context of inspection lots and allocations.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional guidance on resolving it.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like QA32 (for displaying inspection lots) or QA03 (for displaying inspection lot details) to investigate the status of the inspection lot and its operations.
  Quality Management Module: Familiarity with the QM module and its processes will be beneficial in understanding how inspection lots and allocations work.
  SAP Community: Engaging with the SAP Community or forums can provide additional insights and solutions from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement the appropriate solution.