How To Fix QM160 - Usage decision for the inspection lot was already made

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: QM - Messages for quality notifications

• Message number: 160

• Message text: Usage decision for the inspection lot was already made

What causes this issue?

The function cannot be executed, since the usage decision has already
been made for this inspection lot.

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?

If you want to change the usage decision already made, you must do this
manually.

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 QM160 - Usage decision for the inspection lot was already made ?

  The SAP error message QM160, which states "Usage decision for the inspection lot was already made," typically occurs in the Quality Management (QM) module when you attempt to make a usage decision (UD) on an inspection lot that has already been processed. This means that the system has already recorded a decision regarding the quality of the materials or products associated with that inspection lot.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Usage Decision: The most common cause is that the usage decision has already been made for the inspection lot, and the system does not allow for a second decision to be recorded.
  Status Change: The inspection lot may have been moved to a different status that does not allow further changes, such as being closed or completed.
  User Error: A user may be trying to process the UD without realizing that it has already been completed.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Inspection Lot Status: Verify the status of the inspection lot in the system. You can do this by navigating to the inspection lot in the QM module and checking its current status.
  Review Usage Decision: If you need to see the details of the previous usage decision, you can display the inspection lot and review the UD history to understand what decision was made and why.
  Reversal of Usage Decision: If there is a legitimate need to change the usage decision (for example, if it was made in error), you may need to reverse the usage decision. This can typically be done using transaction code QA11 (for recording usage decision) or QA12 (for changing usage decision), depending on your system configuration and permissions.
  Consult with QM Team: If you are unsure about how to proceed or if the inspection lot needs to be re-evaluated, consult with your Quality Management team or SAP support for guidance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  QA32: Display Inspection Lot
  QA11: Record Usage Decision
  QA12: Change Usage Decision
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for Quality Management for more detailed information on usage decisions and inspection lot processing.
  User Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to make changes to inspection lots and usage decisions in the SAP system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the QM160 error and understand the context of the usage decision for the inspection lot in question.