How To Fix QF051 - List contains defect records that are not yet saved

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: QF - Defects Recording

• Message number: 051

• Message text: List contains defect records that are not yet saved

What causes this issue?

Defect records are stored as quality notifications. The quality
notifications, however, are only generated <ZH>after the defect records
have been saved</>.
If you select defect records that have not yet been saved,
you cannot display any notifications or items for these records.

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

System Response

How to fix this error?

First save all of the generated defect records. You should then be able
to display the notifications.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QF051 - List contains defect records that are not yet saved ?

  The SAP error message QF051, which states "List contains defect records that are not yet saved," typically occurs in the context of Quality Management (QM) when you are trying to process or display a list of defect records (such as notifications or quality notifications) that have not been saved in the system. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when you are trying to display a list of defects or when you are attempting to perform actions on defect records that are still in an unsaved state.
  Cause:
  
  Unsaved Records: The primary cause of this error is that there are defect records in the list that have been created but not yet saved. This can happen if you have entered data into a defect record but have not completed the save operation.
  Session Management: If you have multiple sessions open, it is possible that changes made in one session are not reflected in another, leading to inconsistencies.
  User Interface Issues: Sometimes, the user interface may not properly reflect the state of the records, leading to confusion about which records are saved.
  
  Solution:
  
  Save the Records: Ensure that all defect records you are working with are saved. You can do this by navigating to each defect record and clicking the "Save" button.
  Check for Unsaved Changes: Before attempting to display or process the list of defect records, check if there are any unsaved changes in the current session. Save any changes before proceeding.
  Refresh the List: After saving the records, refresh the list or re-execute the transaction to ensure that the system reflects the most current data.
  Close Unused Sessions: If you have multiple SAP sessions open, consider closing any that are not in use to avoid confusion and potential data inconsistencies.
  Review User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to save and manage defect records in the system.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP QM, such as IW21 (Create Notification), IW22 (Change Notification), and IW23 (Display Notification).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message in the SAP Support Portal, as there may be specific patches or updates that address known issues.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on the proper procedures for creating and managing defect records to minimize the occurrence of unsaved records.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP documentation for further troubleshooting.