How To Fix /SCWM/QINSP251 - Inspection document &1: Decision code or follow-up action missing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/QINSP -

• Message number: 251

• Message text: Inspection document &1: Decision code or follow-up action missing

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/QINSP251 - Inspection document &1: Decision code or follow-up action missing ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/QINSP251 indicates that there is an issue with an inspection document in the SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) system. Specifically, it states that a decision code or follow-up action is missing for the inspection document referenced by &1.
  Cause:
  This error typically occurs when:
  
  An inspection document has been created, but the required decision code (e.g., Accept, Reject) or follow-up action (e.g., Transfer, Scrap) has not been specified.
  The system expects a decision to be made on the inspection results, but it has not been provided, leading to this error message.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check the Inspection Document:
  
  Navigate to the inspection document mentioned in the error message.
  Verify if a decision code has been assigned. If not, you need to provide one.
  
  
  
  Assign a Decision Code:
  
  If you have the necessary permissions, go to the inspection document and assign an appropriate decision code (e.g., Accept, Reject).
  Ensure that any follow-up actions are also specified if required.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  If this issue occurs frequently, review the configuration settings for inspection documents in your SAP EWM system. Ensure that the necessary decision codes and follow-up actions are properly defined.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the SAP Help documentation or your organization's internal documentation for specific guidelines on handling inspection documents and the required decision codes.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who can provide further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SCWM/INSP to access inspection documents or /SCWM/PRD for production-related inspections.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the appropriate user roles and permissions to modify inspection documents.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and proceed with the inspection process in SAP EWM.