How To Fix QPCP077 - FMEA &1 has status &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: QPCP - Control Plan

• Message number: 077

• Message text: FMEA &1 has status &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QPCP077 - FMEA &1 has status &2 ?

  The SAP error message QPCP077 indicates that a Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA) document has a specific status that prevents further processing. The message typically includes placeholders for the FMEA identifier (&1) and its current status (&2).
  Cause:
  The error occurs when you attempt to perform an action on an FMEA that is not in a status that allows that action. Common statuses that might trigger this error include:
  
  In Process: The FMEA is still being worked on and not finalized.
  Released: The FMEA is finalized but may be locked for changes.
  Obsolete: The FMEA is no longer valid and cannot be modified.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to check the status of the FMEA and take appropriate actions based on its current status:
  
  
  Check the Status: 
  
  Navigate to the FMEA document in SAP and check its status.
  You can do this through transaction codes like QF01 (Create FMEA), QF02 (Change FMEA), or QF03 (Display FMEA).
  
  
  
  Change the Status:
  
  If the FMEA is in "In Process" status, complete the necessary steps to finalize it.
  If it is "Released" and you need to make changes, you may need to change its status back to "In Process" (if your user permissions allow this).
  If it is "Obsolete," you may need to create a new FMEA or reactivate the existing one if applicable.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Review the SAP documentation or help files related to FMEA processing to understand the implications of each status.
  
  
  
  User Permissions: 
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to change the status of the FMEA. If not, contact your SAP administrator.
  
  
  
  Consult with Colleagues: 
  
  If you are unsure about the status or the next steps, consult with colleagues or a supervisor who is familiar with the FMEA process in your organization.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  FMEA Process: FMEA is a systematic method for evaluating processes to identify where and how they might fail and assessing the relative impact of different failures.
  SAP Quality Management (QM): FMEA is part of the SAP QM module, which deals with quality planning, quality inspection, and quality control.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for FMEA management in SAP, such as QF01, QF02, QF03, and QF04 (for deletion).
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal IT support team for further assistance.