How To Fix QM046 - Order parameter you changed is only effective in current processing

QM046 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: QM - Messages for quality notifications

• Message number: 046

• Message text: Order parameter you changed is only effective in current processing

What causes this issue?

You changed the account assignment proposal from Customizing. This
change is only valid if you create the QM order in the current
processing session. If you exit the transaction, the order parameters
from Customizing will be reloaded.

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QM046 - Order parameter you changed is only effective in current processing ?

  The SAP error message QM046 ("Order parameter you changed is only effective in current processing") typically occurs in the context of Quality Management (QM) when you attempt to change certain parameters of a quality inspection lot or order that are not allowed to be modified after the order has been created or is in a specific processing state.
  
  Cause:
  This error is usually triggered when:
  
  You attempt to change parameters that are locked or restricted after the order has been created.
  The system is designed to prevent changes to certain fields to maintain data integrity and consistency during processing.
  The order is in a status that does not allow for changes to be made (e.g., completed, closed, or in a specific processing phase).
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, consider the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Order Status: Verify the status of the order or inspection lot. If it is in a status that does not allow changes, you may