How To Fix /SCWM/QINSP218 - Mfg.Order &1: Cancelling inspection document due to deletion or closing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/QINSP -

• Message number: 218

• Message text: Mfg.Order &1: Cancelling inspection document due to deletion or closing

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/QINSP218 - Mfg.Order &1: Cancelling inspection document due to deletion or closing ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/QINSP218 indicates that there is an issue with an inspection document related to a manufacturing order. Specifically, the message states that the inspection document is being canceled due to the deletion or closing of the manufacturing order. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  Manufacturing Order Deletion: The manufacturing order associated with the inspection document has been deleted. This can happen if the order was no longer needed or if it was mistakenly removed.
  Manufacturing Order Closure: The manufacturing order has been closed, meaning that it is no longer active for processing. This can occur when the production process is completed, and the order is finalized.
  Inspection Document Status: The inspection document may be in a status that does not allow it to be processed further due to the state of the manufacturing order.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Manufacturing Order Status: Verify the status of the manufacturing order in question. If it has been deleted or closed, you will need to assess whether it should be reopened or if a new manufacturing order should be created.
  Recreate Inspection Document: If the manufacturing order is still valid but the inspection document was incorrectly linked, you may need to recreate the inspection document.
  Review Configuration: Ensure that the configuration settings for inspection documents and manufacturing orders are correctly set up in the system. This includes checking the integration between production and quality management modules.
  Consult with SAP Support: If the issue persists or if you are unsure about the next steps, it may be beneficial to consult with SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CO03 (Display Production Order), QA32 (Change Inspection Lot), and IW38 (Change PM Orders) to help navigate and troubleshoot the issue.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to Quality Management (QM) and Production Planning (PP) for more insights into how inspection documents and manufacturing orders interact.
  User Exits and BAdIs: Check if there are any user exits or Business Add-Ins (BAdIs) that might be affecting the behavior of inspection documents in relation to manufacturing orders.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.