How To Fix QF191 - Defect cause code group &1 and code &2 are not valid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: QF - Defects Recording

• Message number: 191

• Message text: Defect cause code group &1 and code &2 are not valid

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QF191 - Defect cause code group &1 and code &2 are not valid ?

  The SAP error message QF191 indicates that there is an issue with the defect cause code group and the specific defect cause code being used in the Quality Management (QM) module. This error typically arises when the system cannot find the specified defect cause code or code group in the configuration.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Code Group or Code: The defect cause code group (&1) or the defect cause code (&2) you are trying to use does not exist in the system.
  Configuration Issues: The defect cause codes may not have been properly configured in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the defect cause codes.
  Data Consistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as missing entries in the relevant tables.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code SPRO and navigate to the Quality Management settings.
  Ensure that the defect cause code group and the specific defect cause code are correctly defined and active.
  Verify that the codes are assigned to the correct quality notifications or inspection lots.
  
  
  
  Validate Codes:
  
  Use transaction code QK01 to check if the defect cause code group exists.
  Use transaction code QK02 to check if the specific defect cause code exists within the group.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and use the defect cause codes. This can be checked with the help of your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency:
  
  If you suspect data inconsistencies, you may need to run consistency checks or consult with your SAP Basis team to ensure that the database is in a consistent state.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more detailed information on defect cause codes and their configuration.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SPRO: Customizing Implementation Guide
  QK01: Create Defect Cause Code
  QK02: Change Defect Cause Code
  QK03: Display Defect Cause Code
  
  
  
  Tables:
  
  Check relevant tables such as QKCA (Defect Cause Codes) and QKCG (Defect Cause Code Groups) for entries.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on this error message.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the QF191 error message in SAP.