How To Fix QAM136 - Method for status change in system &1 not available

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: QAM - General Message Class for Quality Issue Management

• Message number: 136

• Message text: Method for status change in system &1 not available

What causes this issue?

The status of the audit action could not be changed because the method
is not available in the system in which the status change is to be made.

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?

Check whether the Note 1771320 is installed in the system in which the
status change is to be executed.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QAM136 - Method for status change in system &1 not available ?

  The SAP error message QAM136 ("Method for status change in system &1 not available") typically occurs in the context of Quality Management (QM) when there is an attempt to change the status of a quality notification or inspection lot, but the system does not recognize the method for the status change in the specified system.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Configuration: The status change method may not be configured correctly in the system. This can happen if the status profile is not set up properly for the relevant object (e.g., inspection lot, quality notification).
  Incorrect Status Profile: The status profile assigned to the object may not include the necessary methods for the status change you are trying to perform.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the status change.
  System-Specific Issues: The error may also arise if there are inconsistencies or issues specific to the SAP system configuration or version.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Status Profile Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the relevant status profile in the SAP system.
  Ensure that the status change methods are defined correctly for the status you are trying to change.
  
  
  
  Review the Status Change Method:
  
  Verify that the method for the status change is available and correctly assigned to the status profile.
  You can check this in the customizing settings under Quality Management -> Quality Notifications or Inspection Lots -> Status Management.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user attempting the status change has the necessary authorizations. This can be checked in the user roles and profiles assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message. There may be patches or updates that resolve known issues.
  
  
  
  System Logs:
  
  Review system logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Testing in a Development Environment:
  
  If possible, replicate the issue in a development or test environment to further investigate the configuration and settings without affecting production data.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like QM01 (Create Quality Notification), QM02 (Change Quality Notification), or QA32 (Display Inspection Lot) to interact with the relevant objects.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for Quality Management to understand the configuration and processes related to status management.
  Community Forums: Consider checking SAP Community forums or other SAP-related discussion platforms for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in SAP QM for further assistance.