How To Fix /SCWM/QUI_INSPDOC016 - Inspection document &1 is assigned to warehouse number &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/QUI_INSPDOC -

• Message number: 016

• Message text: Inspection document &1 is assigned to warehouse number &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/QUI_INSPDOC016 - Inspection document &1 is assigned to warehouse number &2 ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/QUI_INSPDOC016 indicates that an inspection document is already assigned to a specific warehouse number. This typically occurs in the context of Quality Management (QM) within the Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module, where inspection documents are used to manage quality inspections of goods.
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when you attempt to create or process an inspection document that is already linked to a different warehouse number. This can happen due to:
  
  Attempting to create a new inspection document for a material that already has an existing inspection document assigned to the specified warehouse.
  Data inconsistencies or incorrect configurations in the system.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Inspection Documents:
  
  Use transaction codes like IQ01 or IQ02 to view existing inspection documents. Verify if the inspection document you are trying to create already exists for the specified warehouse number.
  
  
  
  Review Warehouse Assignments:
  
  Ensure that the warehouse number you are trying to assign the inspection document to is correct. If the document is meant for a different warehouse, you may need to adjust your process accordingly.
  
  
  
  Delete or Modify Existing Document:
  
  If the existing inspection document is no longer needed, you can delete it or modify it to free up the warehouse assignment. Be cautious with this step, as it may affect other processes.
  
  
  
  Consult with Your Team:
  
  If you are unsure about the implications of modifying or deleting inspection documents, consult with your quality management or warehouse management team to ensure that you are following the correct procedures.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration Settings:
  
  Review the configuration settings in the EWM and QM modules to ensure that they are set up correctly. This may involve checking the assignment of inspection types to warehouse processes.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes and Support:
  
  If the issue persists, check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. You can search the SAP Support Portal for updates or patches that may resolve the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as IQ01, IQ02, EWM, and QM related transactions.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on Quality Management and Extended Warehouse Management for best practices and guidelines.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the appropriate authorizations to create or modify inspection documents in the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.