How To Fix QE561 - The code & is not contained in code group &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: QE - RM-QSS Fehlertexte zur Ergebniserfassung

• Message number: 561

• Message text: The code & is not contained in code group &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QE561 - The code & is not contained in code group & ?

  The SAP error message QE561 indicates that a specific code (usually a characteristic or value) is not found within the specified code group. This error typically occurs in the context of Quality Management (QM) or when dealing with characteristics in inspection plans or quality notifications.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Code: The code you are trying to use has not been defined in the code group you are referencing.
  Incorrect Code Group: The code group you are using may not be the correct one for the code you are trying to apply.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data or configuration settings that lead to this error.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access certain codes or code groups.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Code Definition:
  
  Go to the transaction code for maintaining code groups (e.g., QS21 for code groups).
  Verify that the code you are trying to use is indeed defined in the specified code group.
  
  
  
  Verify Code Group:
  
  Ensure that you are using the correct code group for the operation you are performing.
  If necessary, consult with your SAP administrator or the person responsible for maintaining the quality management settings.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run consistency checks on your quality management data to ensure that there are no discrepancies.
  You can use transaction codes like QAL1 or QAL2 to check for inconsistencies in quality notifications or inspection lots.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Check if the user has the necessary authorizations to access the code and code group.
  If not, the user may need to be granted additional permissions.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to Quality Management for further insights on how to manage code groups and characteristics.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal IT support team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as QS21 (Maintain Code Groups), QS22 (Change Code Groups), and QS23 (Display Code Groups).
  Quality Management Configuration: Understanding the configuration settings in the Quality Management module can help prevent such errors in the future.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as they may provide specific fixes or patches.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the QE561 error and ensure that your quality management processes run smoothly.