How To Fix QF072 - Function is not possible for item(s) that have already been activated

QF072 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: QF - Defects Recording

• Message number: 072

• Message text: Function is not possible for item(s) that have already been activated

What causes this issue?

When you select defect items for activation as quality notifications,
you cannot also select previously activated defect items.

System Response

The system deactivates the selections for the non-allowed items and
carries out the function for the allowed items.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QF072 - Function is not possible for item(s) that have already been activated ?

  The SAP error message QF072 ("Function is not possible for item(s) that have already been activated") typically occurs in the context of Quality Management (QM) when you attempt to perform an action on a quality notification or inspection lot that has already been activated. This can happen in various scenarios, such as trying to change the status of a quality notification or inspection lot that is already in a completed or activated state.
  
  Cause:
  
  Status of the Item: The item (e.g., inspection lot or quality notification) has already been activated, meaning that it has moved past the point where certain functions can be performed.
  Process Flow: The process flow for the item may not allow for the action you are trying to perform after activation.
  Configuration Settings: There may be specific configuration settings in the Quality Management module that restrict certain actions once an item is activated.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Item Status: Verify the current status of