How To Fix Q7253 - Group code is assigned to a selected set. You cannot delete it

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: Q7 - Messages-QM Master Data: Catalogs, Selected Sets

• Message number: 253

• Message text: Group code is assigned to a selected set. You cannot delete it

What causes this issue?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

System Response

The group code was not deleted.

How to fix this error?

First, delete all assignments of this group code for selected sets. The
group code cannot be deleted, if the usage decision indicator is not
set.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message Q7253 - Group code is assigned to a selected set. You cannot delete it ?

  The SAP error message Q7253 indicates that you are trying to delete a group code that is currently assigned to a selected set. In SAP Quality Management (QM), group codes are used to categorize inspection characteristics, and selected sets are collections of these characteristics.
  Cause:
  The error occurs because the group code you are attempting to delete is still in use. Specifically, it is linked to a selected set, which means that the system prevents you from deleting it to maintain data integrity. 
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify the Selected Set: Determine which selected set is using the group code you want to delete. You can do this by checking the configuration or settings in the relevant QM module.
  
  
  Remove the Group Code from the Selected Set:
  
  Navigate to the transaction or configuration area where the selected set is defined.
  Locate the selected set that contains the group code.
  Remove the group code from the selected set.
  
  
  
  Delete the Group Code: Once the group code is no longer associated with any selected set, you can proceed to delete it.
  
  
  Check for Other Dependencies: Ensure that the group code is not linked to any other objects or configurations that might prevent its deletion.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like QG01 (Create Group Code), QG02 (Change Group Code), or QG03 (Display Group Code) to manage group codes.
  Selected Sets: Selected sets can be managed through transaction codes like QG01 or QG02, depending on your SAP version.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for Quality Management for more detailed information on group codes and selected sets.
  
  If you continue to face issues, consider consulting with your SAP administrator or a functional consultant who specializes in SAP QM for further assistance.