How To Fix QST051 - The initial sample is locked. Confirmation is not possible

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: QST - Stability Study

• Message number: 051

• Message text: The initial sample is locked. Confirmation is not possible

What causes this issue?

You can only confirm the initial sample if it is not locked.

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?

If you really want to confirm the initial sample, you must first unlock
it using the follow-up function for the changing of the initial sample.
Then you can call up the follow-up function for the confirmation of the
initial sample again.

Procedure for System Administrators

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QST051 - The initial sample is locked. Confirmation is not possible ?

  The SAP error message QST051 ("The initial sample is locked. Confirmation is not possible") typically occurs in the context of quality management processes, particularly when dealing with inspection lots and sample management. This error indicates that the initial sample for an inspection lot is locked, preventing any further confirmations or actions on that lot.
  Causes:
  
  
  Locked Sample: The initial sample may be locked due to various reasons, such as:
  
  The sample has already been processed or confirmed.
  The sample is in a status that does not allow further processing (e.g., it may be under review or pending approval).
  There may be a configuration or system setting that has locked the sample.
  
  
  
  User Permissions: The user attempting to confirm the sample may not have the necessary permissions to perform the action.
  
  
  System Configuration: There may be specific settings in the quality management module that dictate when and how samples can be locked or unlocked.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Sample Status: Verify the status of the initial sample. If it is locked, check the reason for the lock. You may need to consult with a quality manager or system administrator to understand the lock's context.
  
  
  Unlock the Sample: If you have the necessary permissions, you may be able to unlock the sample. This typically involves navigating to the inspection lot in question and changing its status.
  
  
  Review User Permissions: Ensure that the user has the appropriate permissions to confirm the sample. If not, the user may need to request additional access from a system administrator.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or internal guidelines related to quality management and sample processing to understand the specific conditions under which samples can be locked.
  
  
  Contact Support: If the issue persists and you cannot determine the cause or solution, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as QA32 (Display Inspection Lot) or QA11 (Record Results) to manage inspection lots and samples.
  Quality Management Configuration: Understanding the configuration settings in the Quality Management module can help prevent similar issues in the future.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any updates or patches that may address this specific error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the issue related to the QST051 error message in SAP.