How To Fix QA122 - Delete the long text first

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: QA - QM : Inspection lots

• Message number: 122

• Message text: Delete the long text first

What causes this issue?

A long text is already available.

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?

First delete the long text before you delete the short text.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QA122 - Delete the long text first ?

  The SAP error message QA122 ("Delete the long text first") typically occurs when you are trying to delete or change a quality inspection lot or a related object that has long text associated with it. In SAP, long texts can be attached to various objects, including inspection lots, and they must be removed before you can delete or modify the object.
  Cause:
  The error arises because the system enforces a rule that prevents the deletion of an object that has long text associated with it. This is a safeguard to ensure that important information is not lost inadvertently.
  Solution:
  To resolve the QA122 error, you need to delete the long text associated with the inspection lot or the object you are trying to modify. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the Inspection Lot:
  
  Go to the transaction code for quality management (e.g., QA32 for displaying inspection lots).
  Enter the relevant inspection lot number and display it.
  
  
  
  Navigate to Long Text:
  
  Once you have the inspection lot displayed, look for the option to view or edit long texts. This is usually found in the menu or as a button labeled "Long Text" or similar.
  
  
  
  Delete the Long Text:
  
  Open the long text editor and delete the existing long text. Make sure to save your changes.
  
  
  
  Retry the Deletion/Modification:
  
  After successfully deleting the long text, try to delete or modify the inspection lot or object again.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  QA32: Display Inspection Lots
  QA02: Change Inspection Lots
  QA03: Display Inspection Lot
  
  
  
  Long Text Management:
  
  Long texts in SAP can be managed through various transactions, and they are often used to provide additional information about objects. Familiarize yourself with how long texts are created and managed in your specific SAP environment.
  
  
  
  User Permissions:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to delete long texts and modify inspection lots. If you encounter issues, consult your SAP administrator.
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP Help documentation or your organization's SAP training materials for more detailed instructions on managing long texts and inspection lots.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the QA122 error and proceed with your intended actions in SAP.