How To Fix VDM_QM_PLANNING_BO005 - Q-info records in draft status cannot be flagged for deletion

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Q-info records in draft status cannot be flagged for deletion

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VDM_QM_PLANNING_BO005 - Q-info records in draft status cannot be flagged for deletion ?

  The SAP error message VDM_QM_PLANNING_BO005 indicates that you are trying to flag a Quality Info Record (Q-info record) that is in draft status for deletion. This error typically arises in the context of Quality Management (QM) within SAP, where certain records must meet specific criteria before they can be deleted.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the Q-info record you are attempting to delete is still in draft status. In SAP, draft records are not finalized and therefore cannot be flagged for deletion until they are completed or released. This is a safeguard to prevent accidental deletion of incomplete or unapproved records.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Status of the Q-info Record:
  
  Navigate to the transaction where you can view the Q-info records (e.g., transaction code QINFO).
  Verify the status of the record you are trying to delete. If it is in draft status, you will need to either complete or release it.
  
  
  
  Complete or Release the Record:
  
  If the record is in draft status, you may need to complete the necessary fields or perform any required actions to finalize it.
  Once the record is finalized, you can then proceed to delete it.
  
  
  
  Delete the Record:
  
  After the record is no longer in draft status, you can attempt to flag it for deletion again.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation or Support:
  
  If you are unsure about how to finalize the record or if you encounter further issues, consult the SAP documentation or reach out to your SAP support team for assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as QINFO for viewing Q-info records and QM01 for creating Quality Notifications.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to modify or delete Q-info records.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or updates related to this error message.
  Quality Management Module: Understanding the overall workflow and processes within the Quality Management module can help in managing Q-info records effectively.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and manage your Q-info records appropriately.