How To Fix QS709 - This inspection method is marked for deletion

QS709 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: QS - QM: Master data

• Message number: 709

• Message text: This inspection method is marked for deletion

What causes this issue?

This inspection method version is marked for deletion. As a result, you
cannot use this method anymore.

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?

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QS709 - This inspection method is marked for deletion ?

  The SAP error message QS709, which states "This inspection method is marked for deletion," typically occurs when you attempt to use an inspection method in Quality Management (QM) that has been flagged for deletion in the system. This can happen in various scenarios, such as during the creation of inspection plans, inspection lots, or quality notifications.
  
  Cause:
  
  Marked for Deletion: The inspection method you are trying to use has been marked for deletion in the system. This means that it is no longer active and cannot be utilized in any quality processes.
  Data Integrity Issues: Sometimes, data integrity issues can arise if the inspection method was deleted or marked for deletion without proper checks or if there are inconsistencies in the database.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Inspection Method Status:
  
  Go to the transaction code QMT1 (for creating inspection methods) or QMT2 (for changing inspection methods).
  Enter the inspection method number and check its status. If it is marked for