How To Fix /SCWM/QUI_WRKST038 - Inspection document &1 was not released

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/QUI_WRKST -

• Message number: 038

• Message text: Inspection document &1 was not released

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/QUI_WRKST038 - Inspection document &1 was not released ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/QUI_WRKST038 indicates that an inspection document has not been released, which can prevent further processing in the Warehouse Management (WM) or Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module. This error typically arises in scenarios involving quality inspection processes.
  Cause:
  
  Inspection Document Status: The inspection document may be in a status that does not allow it to be released. This could be due to it being in a "created" or "in process" state.
  Quality Management Settings: There may be settings in the Quality Management (QM) module that prevent the release of the inspection document.
  Missing Data: Required data or parameters for the inspection document may be missing or incorrectly configured.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to release the inspection document.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Inspection Document Status: 
  
  Navigate to the inspection document in question and check its status. Ensure that it is in a state that allows for release.
  If it is not, you may need to complete any required steps or processes before it can be released.
  
  
  
  Review Quality Management Settings:
  
  Check the configuration settings in the QM module to ensure that they are set up correctly for the inspection process.
  Ensure that the inspection type and other relevant parameters are correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Complete Required Data:
  
  Verify that all necessary data for the inspection document is filled out correctly. This includes checking for any missing fields or incorrect entries.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user attempting to release the inspection document has the necessary authorizations. This may involve checking user roles and permissions in the SAP system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details related to the error message and the inspection document process.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like QA32 (for displaying inspection lots) or QA03 (for displaying inspection documents) to investigate the status of the inspection document.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Forums: Consider visiting SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed and resolved.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.