How To Fix QF137 - Code and code group required for defect category &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: QF - Defects Recording

• Message number: 137

• Message text: Code and code group required for defect category &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QF137 - Code and code group required for defect category &1 ?

  The SAP error message QF137, which states "Code and code group required for defect category &1," typically occurs in the context of Quality Management (QM) when you are trying to record a defect or quality issue but have not specified the necessary defect code or code group associated with the defect category.
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when:
  
  You are attempting to create or process a quality notification or defect report.
  The defect category you are using requires a specific defect code and code group, but these have not been provided or are not configured in the system.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Defect Category Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for Quality Management in SAP.
  Navigate to the defect categories and ensure that the defect category you are using is properly configured to require a code and code group.
  
  
  
  Assign Code Group:
  
  Ensure that a code group is assigned to the defect category. You can do this by:
  
  Going to the transaction code SPRO.
  Navigating to Quality Management > Quality Notifications > Defect Categories.
  Check the settings for the specific defect category and ensure that a code group is assigned.
  
  
  
  
  
  Define Defect Codes:
  
  If the defect category requires specific defect codes, ensure that these codes are defined in the system.
  You can define defect codes in the same configuration area where you manage defect categories.
  
  
  
  Input Required Information:
  
  When creating or processing a quality notification, make sure to input the required defect code and code group in the relevant fields.
  
  
  
  User Authorization:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access and modify defect categories and codes.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  QM01: Create Quality Notification
  QM02: Change Quality Notification
  SPRO: Access to configuration settings
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP Help documentation for Quality Management for detailed information on defect categories, codes, and notifications.
  
  
  
  Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the configuration, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting the SAP community for further assistance.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the QF137 error and successfully process your quality notifications.