How To Fix QS503 - Error during DELETE: Inspection lot &2 does not exist in client &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: QS - QM: Master data

• Message number: 503

• Message text: Error during DELETE: Inspection lot &2 does not exist in client &1

What causes this issue?

When trying to delete the inspection lot with the number you entered
the system determined that the inspection lot does not exist.

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?

Inform the SAP hotline.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QS503 - Error during DELETE: Inspection lot &2 does not exist in client &1 ?

  The SAP error message QS503 indicates that there was an attempt to delete an inspection lot, but the specified inspection lot does not exist in the specified client. This error typically arises in the Quality Management (QM) module of SAP when trying to perform operations on inspection lots.
  Cause:
  
  
  Non-Existent Inspection Lot: The inspection lot you are trying to delete does not exist in the specified client. This could be due to:
  
  The inspection lot was already deleted.
  The inspection lot was created in a different client.
  There was a typographical error in the inspection lot number or client number.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the database or issues with the data transport between different environments (e.g., development, testing, production).
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or delete the inspection lot.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Verify Inspection Lot: Check if the inspection lot number you are trying to delete is correct. You can do this by using transaction code QA03 (Display Inspection Lot) to see if the lot exists.
  
  
  Check Client: Ensure that you are working in the correct client. You can check the client number in the SAP GUI at the top right corner.
  
  
  Review Deletion Attempts: If the inspection lot was previously deleted, you may need to check the logs or the status of the lot to confirm its current state.
  
  
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to delete inspection lots. You may need to consult with your SAP security team.
  
  
  Database Consistency: If you suspect data consistency issues, you may need to run consistency checks or consult with your SAP Basis team to investigate any underlying database issues.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or support notes related to the specific error message for additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  QA03: Display Inspection Lot
  QA02: Change Inspection Lot
  QA11: Record Results
  QA12: Change Results
  QA16: Delete Inspection Lot
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for the error message number (QS503) in the SAP Support Portal.
  
  
  Quality Management Module: Familiarize yourself with the processes and functionalities of the Quality Management module in SAP, as this will help in understanding how inspection lots are created, managed, and deleted.
  
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP support team or consult with SAP directly for further assistance.