How To Fix QF081 - You cannot delete the defects assigned to an insp. point or sample

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: QF - Defects Recording

• Message number: 081

• Message text: You cannot delete the defects assigned to an insp. point or sample

What causes this issue?

You are unable to delete defects with a reference to the inspection
point or sample using the defects recording transaction, or using the
defects overview for the characteristic.

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?

To delete defects with a reference to the inspection point or sample
call up the results recording for inspection point or results recording
for sample transactions.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QF081 - You cannot delete the defects assigned to an insp. point or sample ?

  The SAP error message QF081, which states "You cannot delete the defects assigned to an insp. point or sample," typically occurs in the Quality Management (QM) module when you attempt to delete defects that are linked to an inspection point or sample. This error is a safeguard to prevent the deletion of defects that are still relevant to the quality inspection process.
  Cause:
  
  Defects Linked to Inspection Points: The defects you are trying to delete are associated with an inspection point or sample that is still active or has not been fully processed.
  Status of Inspection Lot: The inspection lot may be in a status that does not allow for the deletion of defects (e.g., it may be completed or in a status that requires all defects to be reviewed).
  Data Integrity: SAP enforces data integrity rules to ensure that defects are not removed without proper handling, as this could lead to inconsistencies in quality data.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Inspection Lot Status: Check the status of the inspection lot associated with the defects. If the lot is completed or in a status that does not allow changes, you may need to change the status or take appropriate actions to allow for defect deletion.
  Remove Defects from Inspection Points: If you need to delete defects, ensure that they are not linked to any active inspection points or samples. You may need to first remove the defects from the inspection points before attempting to delete them.
  Use Transaction Codes: Utilize transaction codes such as QA32 (for displaying inspection lots) or QA11 (for recording results) to manage defects and inspection lots effectively.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's internal guidelines for handling defects in the QM module to ensure compliance with processes.
  Seek Help from SAP Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Quality Management Module: Understanding the QM module and how defects, inspection lots, and inspection points interact is crucial for effective quality management.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific fixes or updates related to error QF081.
  User Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to delete defects, as restrictions may be in place based on user roles.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the error message QF081 effectively.