How To Fix QS382 - Inspection method &1 for plant &2, version &3 cannot be deleted

QS382 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: QS - QM: Master data

• Message number: 382

• Message text: Inspection method &1 for plant &2, version &3 cannot be deleted

What causes this issue?

Inspection method &v1& in plant &v2& with version &v3& is used in a
master inspection characteristic or inspection plan, and therefore
cannot be deleted.
This error message can also appear when the deletion of an inspection
method is triggered not directly, but during the distribution of the
inspection method with ALE.
This distribution always occurs for <ZH>all</> versions of an
inspection method. If the distributed inspection method has more
versions than existed before, the "excess" versions must be deleted in
the target system. If the versions to be deleted are still in use, the
system cannot delete these versions or save the "new" inspection
method.

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?

Create a where-used list for the specified inspection method and delete
the affected version. If the posting of an IDoc is canceled, you can
subsequently post this IDoc <DS:TRAN.BD87>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 QS382 - Inspection method &1 for plant &2, version &3 cannot be deleted ?

  The SAP error message QS382 indicates that there is an issue with attempting to delete an inspection method in the Quality Management (QM) module. The message specifies that the inspection method associated with a particular plant and version cannot be deleted. Here are the potential causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  
  Usage in Active Processes: The inspection method is currently being used in active quality inspection plans, inspection lots, or other related processes. SAP does not allow deletion of objects that are actively in use.
  
  
  Dependencies: There may be dependencies on the inspection method from other objects, such as material master records, quality plans, or other configurations.
  
  
  Versioning: The version of the inspection method may be locked or not set for deletion due to version control settings in the system.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to delete the inspection method.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Usage: Before attempting to delete the inspection