How To Fix QPLEXT003 - Task list &1 &2, alternative &3 is not available or invalid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: QPLEXT - External Inspection

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Task list &1 &2, alternative &3 is not available or invalid

What causes this issue?

The task list &V2& (with the task list type &V1& and alternative &V3&)
that is specified by the external system cannot be assigned to the
inspection lot that is to be created. The task list either does not
exist or is invalid.

System Response

The inspection lot is created without a task list assignment.

How to fix this error?

Perform task list selection manually.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QPLEXT003 - Task list &1 &2, alternative &3 is not available or invalid ?

  The SAP error message QPLEXT003 indicates that a task list specified in the system is either not available or invalid. This error typically occurs in the context of production planning or quality management when the system is trying to access a task list that does not exist or is not correctly defined.
  Causes:
  
  Non-existent Task List: The task list specified in the error message does not exist in the system.
  Incorrect Task List Type: The task list type may not be valid for the operation being performed.
  Inactive Task List: The task list may exist but is inactive or not released for use.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the task list.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as missing entries in related tables.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Verify Task List Existence:
  
  Check if the task list exists in the system using transaction codes like CA03 (Display Routing) or C223 (Display Task List).
  Ensure that the task list number and alternative specified in the error message are correct.
  
  
  
  Check Task List Status:
  
  Ensure that the task list is active and released. If it is not, you may need to activate or release it.
  
  
  
  Review Task List Type:
  
  Confirm that the task list type is appropriate for the operation you are trying to perform. Different operations may require different types of task lists.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the task list. This can be checked with the help of your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run consistency checks on the relevant data to ensure there are no missing or corrupted entries. This may involve checking related tables or using SAP tools for data consistency.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for additional context on the specific task list and its requirements.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CA03, C223, C201, and C202 for managing task lists and routings.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups for shared experiences and solutions from other users who may have encountered the same issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a suitable solution.