How To Fix /SCWM/QINSP305 - QI document exists with INSPID &1. QI-reference is not removed from stock

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/QINSP -

• Message number: 305

• Message text: QI document exists with INSPID &1. QI-reference is not removed from stock

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/QINSP305 - QI document exists with INSPID &1. QI-reference is not removed from stock ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/QINSP305 indicates that there is a Quality Inspection (QI) document associated with a specific Inspection ID (INSPID &1), and as a result, the QI reference cannot be removed from stock. This typically occurs in the context of warehouse management and quality inspection processes within SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM).
  Cause:
  
  Existing QI Document: The primary cause of this error is that there is an existing Quality Inspection document linked to the stock item you are trying to process. This means that the stock is still under quality inspection and cannot be moved or removed until the inspection is completed or the document is deleted.
  Incomplete Inspection Process: The inspection process may not have been completed, or the results may not have been recorded, preventing the removal of the QI reference.
  System Configuration: There may be specific configurations or settings in the system that enforce strict rules regarding the handling of QI stock.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Complete the Quality Inspection: 
  
  Navigate to the Quality Management module and complete the inspection process for the relevant QI document. This may involve recording results, making decisions (e.g., accept, reject), and posting the results.
  
  
  
  Delete or Cancel the QI Document: 
  
  If the QI document is no longer needed, you can delete or cancel it. This can typically be done through the transaction code for managing QI documents (e.g., QA32 for displaying inspection lots).
  
  
  
  Check for Open Inspection Lots: 
  
  Use transaction codes like QA03 to display the inspection lot and check its status. Ensure that there are no open inspection lots that are preventing the removal of the QI reference.
  
  
  
  Consult with Quality Management Team: 
  
  If you are unsure about the status of the QI document or how to proceed, consult with your Quality Management team or SAP support for guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as QA32 (Display Inspection Lot), QA03 (Display Inspection Lot), and /SCWM/PRD (for production-related tasks).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional insights or patches that may address specific issues.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on Quality Management and Extended Warehouse Management for best practices and guidelines on handling QI stock.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully manage the QI stock in your SAP system.