How To Fix QD128 - You cannot use valuation mode & because it is blocked

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: QD - Message-Id. für Dynamisierung

• Message number: 128

• Message text: You cannot use valuation mode & because it is blocked

What causes this issue?

For the valuation mode that you selected, the blocking indicator is
set.
You can assign the valuation mode to a sampling procedure only if you
reset this blocking indicator.

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?

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QD128 - You cannot use valuation mode & because it is blocked ?

  The SAP error message QD128, which states "You cannot use valuation mode & because it is blocked," typically occurs in the context of Quality Management (QM) within SAP. This error indicates that the specific valuation mode you are trying to use for quality inspection is currently blocked, preventing you from proceeding with the operation.
  Cause:
  
  
  Blocked Valuation Mode: The valuation mode you are trying to use has been set to "blocked" in the system configuration. This could be due to various reasons, such as:
  
  The valuation mode is not active for the material or inspection lot.
  The valuation mode is restricted due to specific business rules or settings in the system.
  The valuation mode may have been intentionally blocked by a user or administrator.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration settings related to quality management, such as the settings for inspection types or valuation modes.
  
  
  Material Master Settings: The material master record may not be set up correctly, leading to the valuation mode being blocked.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for Quality Management (Transaction code: SPRO).
  Navigate to the relevant settings for inspection types and valuation modes.
  Ensure that the valuation mode you are trying to use is not blocked and is properly configured.
  
  
  
  Review Material Master:
  
  Check the material master record (Transaction code: MM03) for the material in question.
  Ensure that the valuation mode is correctly assigned and not marked as blocked.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Administrator:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to change the settings, consult with your SAP administrator or the person responsible for SAP QM configuration.
  They can provide insights into why the valuation mode is blocked and whether it can be unblocked.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to use the valuation mode. Sometimes, user roles may restrict access to certain functionalities.
  
  
  
  Review Documentation:
  
  Check SAP documentation or notes related to the specific valuation mode and its usage in your version of SAP. There may be specific guidelines or known issues that can help resolve the problem.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM03 (Display Material), QI01 (Create Inspection Lot), and SPRO (SAP Project Reference Object) for configuration.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to error QD128 in the SAP Support Portal for any patches or updates that may address the issue.
  Quality Management Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for documentation on Quality Management processes and configuration.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.