How To Fix QST021 - Completion of initial test: Study & is already locked

QST021 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: QST - Stability Study

• Message number: 021

• Message text: Completion of initial test: Study & is already locked

What causes this issue?

The initial test for the stability study should be completed using a
follow-up action for the usage decision. The corresponding status
should then be set in the stability study automatically.
However, since the stability study (notification) is blocked by another
user, the status cannot currently be set.

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?

Set the status "Initial Test Completed" manually using the relevant
follow-up function in the notification for the stability study.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QST021 - Completion of initial test: Study & is already locked ?

  The SAP error message QST021, which states "Completion of initial test: Study & is already locked," typically occurs in the context of Quality Management (QM) within SAP. This error indicates that the system is trying to complete an initial test for a study or inspection lot that is currently locked, preventing any changes or updates.
  
  Cause:
  
  Locked Study/Inspection Lot: The study or inspection lot you are trying to complete is already locked by another user or process. This could happen if another user is currently working on it or if it was locked due to a previous transaction that did not complete successfully.
  User Authorization: The user may not have the necessary permissions to unlock or complete the test.
  System Configuration: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that enforce locking mechanisms for certain processes.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Lock Status: Use transaction code SM12 to check for locks on the study or inspection lot. You