How To Fix QIE_ELEMENT019 - Decision code &1 is not allowed for decision code group &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: QIE_ELEMENT - QIE Element

• Message number: 019

• Message text: Decision code &1 is not allowed for decision code group &2

What causes this issue?

You tried to assign a decision code to a sample or item. However, the
decision code is not contained in the decision code group for the sample
or item. This decision code was not assigned to the decision code group
for the sample or item in the Customizing for the <LS>Quality
Inspection Engine</>.

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?

Select a decision code contained in the decision code group.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QIE_ELEMENT019 - Decision code &1 is not allowed for decision code group &2 ?

  The SAP error message QIE_ELEMENT019 indicates that a specific decision code (represented by &1) is not allowed for a particular decision code group (represented by &2). This error typically occurs in the context of quality management processes, particularly when dealing with inspection lots, quality notifications, or similar functionalities where decision codes are used to classify results.
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Issue: The decision code you are trying to use is not configured to be part of the specified decision code group in the system. Each decision code group can have specific decision codes assigned to it, and using a code outside of this group will trigger this error.
  Incorrect Assignment: The decision code may have been incorrectly assigned or may not be valid for the context in which you are trying to use it.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to use certain decision codes.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for decision codes in the SAP system. This can typically be found in the SPRO transaction under the Quality Management module.
  Verify that the decision code you are trying to use is indeed assigned to the decision code group you are working with.
  
  
  
  Modify Decision Code Group:
  
  If the decision code needs to be part of the group, you may need to add it to the decision code group in the configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Use Correct Decision Code:
  
  If the decision code is not supposed to be used in that context, ensure that you are using the correct decision code that is valid for the specified decision code group.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to use the decision codes in question. This may involve checking user roles and permissions.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on decision codes and their configurations.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SPRO for configuration, QA32 for inspection lot processing, or QM01 for quality notifications, depending on where the error occurs.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance on configuration.
  Testing: After making changes, conduct tests to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the decision codes function as expected.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant specializing in Quality Management.