Error can be defined as:

a. Operating at varying levels of complexity indicating a break in the confluence and congruity of processes in a way that causes participants to note the break, assess the situation, and take action.

b. A deficit in the organization or system that requires retrenchment, correction, discipline, and a renewal of effort in achieving objectives.

c. A negative change in conditions or an unnecessary breach of the process or broken demand that, unless corrected, creates an impediment to the organization’s achievement of goals.

d. The failure of the organization to achieve planned objectives and an indication of organizational leadership to change priorities, direction, or activities to correctly address the error.