How To Fix RMXTSTABI020 - Automatic usage decision is not possible; process the open lots

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RMXTSTABI - Messages for Stability Study in TMS

• Message number: 020

• Message text: Automatic usage decision is not possible; process the open lots

What causes this issue?

You have not chosen any coding for the automatic usage decision. For
this reason, open inspection lots for the study cannot be closed
automatically. Instead, they have to be processed manually.
The inspection lots to be processed are listed in the information mail
to the project manager.

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?

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 RMXTSTABI020 - Automatic usage decision is not possible; process the open lots ?

  The SAP error message RMXTSTABI020, which states "Automatic usage decision is not possible; process the open lots," typically occurs in the context of quality management (QM) during the inspection lot processing. This error indicates that the system cannot automatically make a usage decision for the inspection lot due to certain conditions that need to be addressed manually.
  Causes:
  
  Open Inspection Lots: There are open inspection lots that require manual processing. The system cannot proceed with an automatic decision until these lots are resolved.
  Incomplete Data: Required data for making a usage decision may be missing or incomplete. This could include missing results, missing characteristics, or incomplete inspection lot data.
  Quality Notifications: There may be quality notifications associated with the inspection lot that need to be addressed before a usage decision can be made.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings for automatic usage decision in the system may not be set up correctly, leading to the inability to process the decision automatically.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Process Open Lots: Review and process any open inspection lots that are preventing the automatic usage decision. This may involve entering results, completing inspections, or resolving any issues associated with those lots.
  Check Inspection Results: Ensure that all required inspection results and characteristics are entered and complete. If any results are missing, enter them to allow for the automatic decision to be made.
  Review Quality Notifications: Check for any quality notifications linked to the inspection lot. Address these notifications as necessary to clear any blocks on the usage decision.
  Configuration Review: If the issue persists, review the configuration settings for the automatic usage decision in the QM module. Ensure that the settings align with your business processes and requirements.
  Manual Usage Decision: If automatic processing is not possible, you can manually make a usage decision for the inspection lot. This can be done through the appropriate transaction code (e.g., QA32 for processing inspection lots).
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as QA32 (Change Inspection Lot), QA11 (Record Usage Decision), and QA12 (Change Usage Decision).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for potential patches or updates that may resolve the issue.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on Quality Management and Inspection Lot Processing for more detailed guidance on handling inspection lots and usage decisions.
  
  By addressing the underlying causes and following the suggested solutions, you should be able to resolve the RMXTSTABI020 error and successfully process the inspection lots.