How To Fix QIE_FINDING009 - Not possible to create finding; superordinate insp. document &1 is locked

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: QIE_FINDING - QIE - Findings

• Message number: 009

• Message text: Not possible to create finding; superordinate insp. document &1 is locked

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QIE_FINDING009 - Not possible to create finding; superordinate insp. document &1 is locked ?

  The SAP error message QIE_FINDING009 indicates that the system is unable to create a finding because the superordinate inspection document (ID) is locked. This typically occurs in the context of Quality Management (QM) processes, where inspection documents are used to record results and findings from quality inspections.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Locked Inspection Document: The inspection document that you are trying to create a finding for is currently locked. This can happen if another user is editing the document or if the document is in a status that prevents changes.
  User Lock: The user who is trying to create the finding may not have the necessary authorizations or the document may be locked due to a previous transaction that did not complete successfully.
  System Lock: There may be a system-level lock due to a background job or a transaction that is still processing.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Document Status:
  
  Use transaction code IQ03 (Display Inspection Lot) to check the status of the inspection document. If it is locked, you may need to wait until the lock is released.
  
  
  
  Identify Locking User:
  
  Use transaction code SM12 (Display and Delete Locks) to see if there are any locks on the inspection document. You can filter by the document number to find the specific lock and identify the user who has locked it.
  
  
  
  Release Lock:
  
  If you find that a user has locked the document and they are not actively using it, you may need to contact that user to release the lock. Alternatively, if you have the necessary authorizations, you can delete the lock from transaction SM12.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user trying to create the finding has the necessary authorizations to modify the inspection document. This may involve checking roles and permissions in transaction PFCG.
  
  
  
  Retry the Operation:
  
  After confirming that the document is no longer locked and that the user has the necessary permissions, try to create the finding again.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  IQ03: Display Inspection Lot
  SM12: Display and Delete Locks
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message. You can search for notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to Quality Management and inspection lot processing for further insights into handling inspection documents and findings.
  
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further assistance.