How To Fix QST082 - The sample & for this item cannot be changed

QST082 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: QST - Stability Study

• Message number: 082

• Message text: The sample & for this item cannot be changed

What causes this issue?

You are trying to assign a different sample to an item that
already exists in the testing schedule. However, this is not the
sample with which the testing schedule item was created. This
is not allowed.

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?

Change the value for the sample back to the original
value.

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 QST082 - The sample & for this item cannot be changed ?

  The SAP error message QST082, which states "The sample & for this item cannot be changed," typically occurs in the context of quality management (QM) processes, particularly when dealing with inspection lots and samples. This error indicates that there is an attempt to modify a sample that is either locked or not in a state that allows changes.
  Causes:
  
  Locked Sample: The sample may be locked due to ongoing processes or approvals.
  Status of Inspection Lot: The inspection lot associated with the sample may be in a status that does not allow changes (e.g., completed, closed).
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to make changes to the sample.
  System Configuration: There may be configuration settings in the QM module that restrict changes to samples under certain conditions.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Inspection Lot Status: Verify the status of the inspection lot. If it is completed or closed, you may need to create a new inspection