How To Fix QV046 - The UD valuation and the batch status deviate from one another

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: QV - QM usage decisions

• Message number: 046

• Message text: The UD valuation and the batch status deviate from one another

What causes this issue?

Deviating valuations are not allowed for this material.
One of the following deviations has occurred:
<LS>Accepted</> valuation for the usage decision when the batch status
is <LS>Not released</>
or
<LS>Rejected</> valuation for the usage decision when the batch status
is <LS>Released</>

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?

Select another usage decision code, or change the batch status.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QV046 - The UD valuation and the batch status deviate from one another ?

  The SAP error message QV046 indicates that there is a discrepancy between the usage decision (UD) valuation and the batch status in the quality management module. This typically occurs during the quality inspection process when the system detects that the valuation of the inspection lot does not match the status of the batch.
  Cause:
  
  Inconsistent Data: The UD valuation (e.g., accepted, rejected, or quarantined) does not align with the batch status (e.g., unrestricted, restricted, or blocked).
  Manual Changes: Manual changes to the batch status or UD valuation that were not properly synchronized.
  System Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration in the quality management settings or batch management settings.
  Incomplete Inspection Lot Processing: The inspection lot may not have been fully processed, leading to inconsistencies.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Inspection Lot Status: Review the inspection lot to ensure that the UD valuation is correctly set. You can do this using transaction code QA32 or QA03.
  Review Batch Status: Check the batch status using transaction code MSC3N or MM03 to ensure it reflects the correct status based on the UD.
  Reprocess the UD: If there is a mismatch, you may need to reprocess the usage decision. This can be done by reversing the UD and then redoing it correctly.
  Batch Management Settings: Ensure that the batch management settings in the system are correctly configured to prevent such discrepancies.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to quality management and batch management for any specific configurations or known issues.
  System Update: Ensure that your SAP system is up to date with the latest patches and notes, as this may resolve known bugs related to this error.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as QA32 (Display Inspection Lot), QA03 (Display Usage Decision), MSC3N (Display Batch), and MM03 (Display Material).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific issues related to error QV046. You can search for notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that users have the necessary authorizations to make changes to inspection lots and batches.
  Training and Documentation: Provide training for users involved in quality management processes to minimize errors related to UD and batch status.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the QV046 error and ensure that the UD valuation and batch status are consistent.