How To Fix MPE_AHF_TH_MSG014 - Action not possible. Status &1 Q-Note assigned to material &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MPE_AHF_TH_MSG - Message Class - Type Handler Messages

• Message number: 014

• Message text: Action not possible. Status &1 Q-Note assigned to material &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MPE_AHF_TH_MSG014 - Action not possible. Status &1 Q-Note assigned to material &2 ?

  The SAP error message MPE_AHF_TH_MSG014 with the description "Action not possible. Status &1 Q-Note assigned to material &2" typically indicates that a material is in a status that prevents certain actions from being performed. This often relates to quality management (QM) processes, where a quality notification (Q-Note) is assigned to the material, and the status of that notification restricts further processing.
  Cause:
  
  Quality Notification Status: The material in question has an associated quality notification that is in a status that does not allow the requested action (e.g., changing the material, posting goods movements, etc.).
  Material Status: The material itself may have a status that restricts certain operations, such as being blocked for usage or being in a quality inspection state.
  Incomplete Processing: The quality notification may not have been fully processed or closed, leading to restrictions on the material.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Quality Notification: 
  
  Go to the quality notification associated with the material and check its status. You can do this using transaction code QM03 (Display Quality Notification).
  If the notification is still open or in a status that restricts actions, you may need to complete the necessary steps to close it or change its status.
  
  
  
  Change Material Status:
  
  If the material status is causing the issue, you may need to change it. This can be done using transaction code MM02 (Change Material) to update the status if you have the necessary authorizations.
  
  
  
  Consult with Quality Management Team:
  
  If you are unsure about how to proceed or if you do not have the necessary permissions, consult with your quality management team or the person responsible for quality notifications in your organization.
  
  
  
  Review Documentation:
  
  Check any internal documentation or guidelines regarding the handling of quality notifications and material statuses to ensure compliance with your organization's processes.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  QM03: Display Quality Notification
  MM02: Change Material
  MIGO: Goods Movement (to check if the action you are trying to perform is valid)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: You may want to search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that might address specific issues related to quality notifications and material statuses.
  
  
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to perform the actions you are attempting. If not, you may need to contact your SAP security team.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.