How To Fix QV027 - Select a usage decision code (cancellation not allowed)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: QV - QM usage decisions

• Message number: 027

• Message text: Select a usage decision code (cancellation not allowed)

What causes this issue?

During processing, the usage decision code was cancelled. This is not
permitted, given the current status for the lot.

System Response

The inspection lot cannot be posted.

How to fix this error?

Enter a usage decision code and carry out the posting again.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QV027 - Select a usage decision code (cancellation not allowed) ?

  The SAP error message QV027 ("Select a usage decision code (cancellation not allowed)") typically occurs in the context of Quality Management (QM) when you are trying to process a usage decision for a quality inspection lot. This error indicates that the system is preventing you from canceling a usage decision because the selected usage decision code does not allow for cancellation.
  Cause:
  
  Usage Decision Code Restrictions: The usage decision code you are trying to use is configured in such a way that it does not permit cancellation. This is often set up in the configuration of the quality management module.
  Status of the Inspection Lot: The inspection lot may already be in a status that does not allow for further changes or cancellations.
  System Configuration: The system may have been configured to restrict certain actions based on business rules or compliance requirements.
  
  Solution:
  
  Select an Appropriate Usage Decision Code: When making a usage decision, ensure that you select a code that allows for cancellation. You can check the configuration of the usage decision codes in the SAP system.
  Review Inspection Lot Status: Check the status of the inspection lot. If it is in a status that does not allow for changes, you may need to follow the appropriate procedures to change the status or consult with your SAP administrator.
  Consult Configuration Settings: If you have access, review the configuration settings for usage decision codes in the Quality Management module. You may need to adjust the settings to allow for cancellations if that aligns with your business processes.
  Contact SAP Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue through the above steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting the SAP Help Portal for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as QA32 (Change Inspection Lot) or QA11 (Record Usage Decision) to navigate the QM module effectively.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to Quality Management and usage decision codes for a deeper understanding of how they function and their configurations.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to perform the actions you are attempting. Sometimes, restrictions can be due to user role limitations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the QV027 error and proceed with your quality management tasks in SAP.