How To Fix QM141 - Inspection lot exists - follow-up function cannot be performed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: QM - Messages for quality notifications

• Message number: 141

• Message text: Inspection lot exists - follow-up function cannot be performed

What causes this issue?

This follow-up function cannot be performed, since an inspection lot
exists for the notification.

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?

Post the goods movements via the usage decision for the inspection lot.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QM141 - Inspection lot exists - follow-up function cannot be performed ?

  The SAP error message QM141 ("Inspection lot exists - follow-up function cannot be performed") typically occurs in the Quality Management (QM) module when you attempt to perform a follow-up function (such as transferring results, posting a usage decision, or similar actions) on a material document or inspection lot that is currently in use or has not been fully processed.
  Cause:
  
  Existing Inspection Lot: The primary cause of this error is that there is an existing inspection lot associated with the material or process you are trying to work with. This inspection lot may be in a status that does not allow for the follow-up function to be executed.
  Incomplete Processing: The inspection lot may not have been fully processed, meaning that certain required steps (like recording results or making a usage decision) have not been completed.
  Locked Status: The inspection lot might be locked due to ongoing processes or transactions that are preventing further actions.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Inspection Lot Status: Use transaction code QA32 or QA03 to check the status of the inspection lot. Ensure that it is not in a locked or incomplete state.
  Complete Required Actions: If the inspection lot is incomplete, complete the necessary actions such as recording results or making a usage decision.
  Release Locks: If the inspection lot is locked, identify the user or process that is holding the lock and resolve it. This may involve contacting the user or checking for background jobs that may be running.
  Review Configuration: Ensure that the configuration settings for the inspection lot and follow-up functions are correctly set up in the system.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on the follow-up functions you are trying to perform.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as QA32 (Display Inspection Lot), QA03 (Display Inspection Lot), and QA11 (Record Results).
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to perform the actions on the inspection lot.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or bugs related to this error message.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the QM141 error and successfully perform the desired follow-up function.