How To Fix QM_API_ODATA_MSG160 - Update failed (inspection point &1, lot &2, operation &3)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: QM_API_ODATA_MSG - QM API OData Messages

• Message number: 160

• Message text: Update failed (inspection point &1, lot &2, operation &3)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QM_API_ODATA_MSG160 - Update failed (inspection point &1, lot &2, operation &3) ?

  The SAP error message QM_API_ODATA_MSG160, which states "Update failed (inspection point &1, lot &2, operation &3)," typically occurs in the context of Quality Management (QM) when there is an issue with updating inspection results or data related to inspection points, lots, or operations in the system.
  Causes:
  
  Data Integrity Issues: The inspection point, lot, or operation may not exist or may have been deleted or changed in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to perform the update on the specified inspection point or lot.
  Locking Issues: The data might be locked by another user or process, preventing the update from being completed.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration problems in the Quality Management module that are preventing the update.
  Technical Errors: There could be underlying technical issues, such as database connectivity problems or issues with the OData service itself.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Data: Check if the inspection point, lot, and operation specified in the error message exist and are valid. Ensure that they have not been deleted or modified.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform updates on the specified inspection point and lot.
  Release Locks: If the data is locked, identify the user or process that is holding the lock and resolve the issue. You can use transaction codes like SM12 to check for locks.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings in the Quality Management module to ensure everything is set up correctly.
  Check OData Service: If the error is related to an OData service, ensure that the service is properly configured and active. You can use transaction code /IWFND/MAINT_SERVICE to check the status of OData services.
  Consult Logs: Review the application logs (transaction SLG1) for more detailed error messages that may provide additional context for the failure.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, especially if it appears to be a technical issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  QM01: Create Quality Notification
  QM02: Change Quality Notification
  QM03: Display Quality Notification
  SM12: Display and manage locks
  SLG1: Application log
  /IWFND/MAINT_SERVICE: OData service maintenance
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to Quality Management and OData services for best practices and troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution.