How To Fix QST012 - Status of last inspection lot for sample & does not allow a new lot

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: QST - Stability Study

• Message number: 012

• Message text: Status of last inspection lot for sample & does not allow a new lot

What causes this issue?

An inspection lot already exists for material sample &1. However, the
sample determination has not yet been performed for this inspection lot.

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?

You can only open a new inspection lot for this material sample when
the sample determination for the last inspection lot has been
performed. You could also you cancel the last inspection lot.

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 QST012 - Status of last inspection lot for sample & does not allow a new lot ?

  The SAP error message QST012 indicates that there is an issue with the status of the last inspection lot for a sample, which prevents the creation of a new inspection lot. This error typically arises in the Quality Management (QM) module of SAP when the system detects that the previous inspection lot has not been fully processed or has a status that does not allow for the creation of a new lot.
  Cause:
  
  Incomplete Inspection Lot: The last inspection lot may not have been fully processed, meaning it could be in a status such as "In Process" or "Blocked."
  Status Restrictions: The inspection lot may have a status that restricts the creation of new lots, such as "Rejected" or "Closed."
  Sample Management Settings: There may be specific settings in the sample management configuration that prevent the creation of new lots based on the status of previous lots.
  Quality Notifications: If there are outstanding quality notifications related to the last inspection lot, this may also prevent the creation of a new lot.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Inspection Lot Status: Go to the inspection lot in question and check its status. You can do this using transaction code QA03 (Display Inspection Lot). Ensure that the lot is either completed or in a status that allows for new lots to be created.
  Complete or Close the Lot: If the inspection lot is still open or in process, complete the necessary inspections and close the lot. If it is blocked, resolve the issues causing the blockage.
  Review Quality Notifications: Check for any quality notifications related to the inspection lot. Resolve any outstanding issues or notifications.
  Configuration Review: If the issue persists, review the configuration settings in the QM module related to sample management. Ensure that the settings allow for the creation of new lots based on the status of previous lots.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on the error message and related configurations.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  QA03 - Display Inspection Lot
  QA02 - Change Inspection Lot
  QA11 - Record Results
  
  
  Quality Management Module: Familiarize yourself with the QM module in SAP, especially the processes related to inspection lots and sample management.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for QST012 in the SAP Support Portal.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant specializing in the QM module for further assistance.