How To Fix VDM_QM_CONTROL_BO005 - Quality level &1 already tightened.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VDM_QM_CONTROL_BO - Messages of Business Objects for Quality Control

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Quality level &1 already tightened.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VDM_QM_CONTROL_BO005 - Quality level &1 already tightened. ?

  The SAP error message "VDM_QM_CONTROL_BO005 Quality level &1 already tightened" typically occurs in the context of Quality Management (QM) processes within SAP. This error indicates that the quality level for a specific material or batch has already been tightened, meaning that the quality control process has been made more stringent, and further tightening is not allowed.
  Cause:
  
  Quality Level Already Tightened: The quality level for the material or batch has already been set to a more stringent level, and the system does not allow further tightening.
  Configuration Settings: The configuration settings in the Quality Management module may restrict the ability to change the quality level once it has been tightened.
  Process Flow: The error may arise during specific processes such as inspection lot processing, where the quality level is being adjusted.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Quality Level: Check the current quality level of the material or batch in question. If it is already at the desired level, no further action is needed.
  Adjust Quality Level: If you need to change the quality level, you may need to revert to a less stringent level if the system allows it. This may involve changing the configuration settings or the quality management process.
  Consult Documentation: Review the SAP documentation or help files related to Quality Management to understand the implications of quality level changes.
  Contact SAP Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for assistance. They may provide insights based on your specific configuration and business processes.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Quality Management (QM) Module: Familiarize yourself with the QM module in SAP, including how quality levels are defined and managed.
  Inspection Lots: Understand how inspection lots are created and processed, as this is often where quality levels are applied.
  Configuration Settings: Review the configuration settings in the SAP system related to quality levels and tightening processes.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to quality levels in the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the error message and understand the context in which it occurs.