How To Fix VDM_QM_PLANNING_BO003 - Block function removed for QIR with material &1, supplier &2, plant &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VDM_QM_PLANNING_BO - Messages of Business Objects for Quality Planning

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Block function removed for QIR with material &1, supplier &2, plant &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VDM_QM_PLANNING_BO003 - Block function removed for QIR with material &1, supplier &2, plant &3 ?

  The SAP error message VDM_QM_PLANNING_BO003 indicates that a block function has been removed for a Quality Inspection Record (QIR) associated with a specific material, supplier, and plant. This error typically arises in the context of Quality Management (QM) processes within SAP, particularly when dealing with inspection lots and quality notifications.
  Cause:
  The error can occur due to several reasons, including:
  
  Blocked Material: The material in question may be blocked for quality inspection due to quality issues or other reasons.
  Supplier Issues: The supplier may have been flagged for quality issues, leading to a block on the materials supplied.
  Plant-Specific Settings: There may be specific settings or configurations at the plant level that prevent the processing of the QIR.
  Quality Management Settings: The Quality Management settings in the system may not allow for the processing of the QIR due to certain criteria not being met.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the master data related to the material, supplier, or plant.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Material Status: Verify the status of the material in the system. Ensure that it is not blocked for quality inspection.
  
  Use transaction code MM03 to check the material master data.
  
  
  
  Review Supplier Information: Check the supplier's status and ensure that there are no blocks or issues that would prevent the processing of the QIR.
  
  Use transaction code MK03 to review supplier data.
  
  
  
  Inspect Plant Settings: Review the plant-specific settings in the Quality Management module to ensure that they are configured correctly.
  
  Use transaction code SPRO to access the configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Quality Management Configuration: Ensure that the Quality Management settings are correctly configured to allow for the processing of QIRs.
  
  Check the configuration for inspection types and quality notifications.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check: Perform a data consistency check to identify any discrepancies in the master data related to the material, supplier, or plant.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to this specific error message for additional insights or updates.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM03 (Material Master), MK03 (Vendor Master), and SPRO (Customizing).
  Quality Management Module: Understanding the QM module and its processes can help in troubleshooting similar issues.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for patches or updates that may address the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.