How To Fix QST069 - Inspection plan &1 &2 &3 cannot be used because deletion indicator is set

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: QST - Stability Study

• Message number: 069

• Message text: Inspection plan &1 &2 &3 cannot be used because deletion indicator is set

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QST069 - Inspection plan &1 &2 &3 cannot be used because deletion indicator is set ?

  The SAP error message QST069 indicates that an inspection plan cannot be used because it has a deletion indicator set. This typically means that the inspection plan has been marked for deletion and is therefore not available for use in quality management processes.
  Cause:
  
  Deletion Indicator Set: The inspection plan has been flagged with a deletion indicator, which prevents it from being used in inspections or quality control processes.
  Data Integrity: The system is designed to maintain data integrity by preventing the use of records that are marked for deletion.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Inspection Plan:
  
  Use transaction code QP02 (Change Inspection Plan) to check the status of the inspection plan.
  Enter the inspection plan number and check if the deletion indicator is set.
  
  
  
  Remove the Deletion Indicator:
  
  If you determine that the inspection plan should not be deleted, you can remove the deletion indicator.
  In the inspection plan maintenance screen, look for the option to remove the deletion indicator (usually a checkbox).
  Save your changes.
  
  
  
  Create a New Inspection Plan:
  
  If the inspection plan is indeed obsolete and should not be used, consider creating a new inspection plan instead of trying to use the deleted one.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any documentation or guidelines your organization has regarding the management of inspection plans to ensure compliance with internal processes.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If you are unsure about the implications of removing the deletion indicator or if you do not have the necessary permissions, consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  QP01: Create Inspection Plan
  QP02: Change Inspection Plan
  QP03: Display Inspection Plan
  
  
  Quality Management (QM) Module: This error is related to the Quality Management module in SAP, which deals with inspection plans, quality inspections, and quality control processes.
  Data Management: It's important to manage inspection plans carefully to avoid confusion and ensure that only valid plans are used in quality processes.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that your inspection plans are correctly managed within the SAP system.