How To Fix /SCWM/QINSP078 - No stock could be determined or stock is already being checked

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/QINSP -

• Message number: 078

• Message text: No stock could be determined or stock is already being checked

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/QINSP078 - No stock could be determined or stock is already being checked ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/QINSP078 indicates that the system could not determine any stock for the quality inspection process, or that the stock in question is already being checked. This error typically arises in the context of warehouse management and quality inspection processes within SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM).
  Causes:
  
  No Available Stock: There may be no stock available in the specified storage location or for the specified material that is eligible for quality inspection.
  Stock Already Under Inspection: The stock you are trying to inspect may already be in the quality inspection process, meaning it cannot be selected again for inspection.
  Incorrect Selection Criteria: The selection criteria used to determine stock (such as material number, storage location, or batch) may not match any existing stock.
  Stock Status: The stock might be in a status that does not allow it to be inspected (e.g., blocked stock).
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the quality management or warehouse management settings that prevent the system from identifying the stock correctly.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Stock Availability: Verify that there is stock available in the relevant storage location and that it is eligible for quality inspection. You can do this by checking the stock overview in the SAP system.
  Inspect Stock Status: Ensure that the stock is not already under inspection. You can check the inspection lot status to confirm this.
  Review Selection Criteria: Double-check the selection criteria you are using to ensure they are correct and match the available stock.
  Inspect Configuration: Review the configuration settings for quality management and warehouse management to ensure they are set up correctly. This includes checking the inspection types and stock types.
  Use Transaction Codes: Utilize relevant transaction codes (like MMBE for stock overview or QA32 for inspection lot overview) to gather more information about the stock and its status.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed troubleshooting steps related to quality inspection and stock management.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Quality Management (QM): This module is responsible for managing quality inspections and ensuring that products meet quality standards.
  Warehouse Management (WM): This module deals with the management of warehouse operations, including stock movements and inventory management.
  Inspection Lots: In SAP, inspection lots are created for materials that need to undergo quality inspection. Each lot has a status that indicates whether it is open, in process, or completed.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.