How To Fix Q7400 - Transaction no longer valid for catalog '3'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 400

• Message text: Transaction no longer valid for catalog '3'

What causes this issue?

Since usage decision codes control important processes in QM, they must
not be maintained in the productive system using this transaction.

Usage decision codes must be defined in Customizing and transported to
the productive system.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

You need to maintain the catalog for usage decisions in Customizing
under <LS>Quality Management -> Quality Inspection -> Inspection Lot
Completion -> Edit Selected Sets for Usage Decisions</>.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message Q7400 - Transaction no longer valid for catalog '3' ?

  The SAP error message Q7400, which states "Transaction no longer valid for catalog '3'," typically occurs in the context of Quality Management (QM) when dealing with inspection lots, catalogs, or other related transactions. This error indicates that the transaction you are trying to perform is not valid for the specified catalog, which could be due to several reasons.
  Causes:
  
  Catalog Status: The catalog you are trying to use may be inactive or not properly configured.
  Transaction Type: The transaction you are attempting to execute may not be allowed for the specific catalog.
  Data Consistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the catalog or the transaction.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the transaction with the specified catalog.
  Configuration Issues: The system configuration for the catalog or the transaction type may not be set up correctly.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Catalog Status: Verify that the catalog is active and properly configured in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration settings in SAP.
  Review Transaction Type: Ensure that the transaction you are trying to perform is valid for the catalog in question. Check the documentation or configuration settings for the catalog to confirm this.
  Data Validation: Check for any inconsistencies in the data related to the catalog or the transaction. This may involve reviewing the inspection lot or related master data.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the transaction. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify this.
  Consult Configuration: If you suspect a configuration issue, consult with your SAP Basis or QM consultant to review the settings for the catalog and transaction types.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP QM, such as QA32 (Display Inspection Lots) or QA11 (Record Results).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search the SAP Support Portal for specific notes that may address this error.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to Quality Management and catalogs to understand the expected behavior and configuration settings.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to engage with SAP support or your internal SAP team for further investigation.