How To Fix QISR623 - Code &1 (&2) already exists and cannot be changed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: QISR - Internal Service Requests

• Message number: 623

• Message text: Code &1 (&2) already exists and cannot be changed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QISR623 - Code &1 (&2) already exists and cannot be changed ?

  The SAP error message QISR623 indicates that there is an attempt to change a quality inspection characteristic that already exists in the system. This typically occurs in the context of Quality Management (QM) when you are trying to modify an inspection characteristic that is already defined in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Entry: The characteristic you are trying to create or modify already exists in the system with the same code or identifier.
  Locked Characteristics: The characteristic may be locked for editing due to its current usage in inspection plans or other configurations.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be an issue with how the characteristics are configured in the system, leading to conflicts.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Existing Characteristics: 
  
  Use transaction code QS22 (Change Inspection Characteristics) or QS21 (Display Inspection Characteristics) to check if the characteristic already exists.
  If it does exist, you may need to modify the existing characteristic instead of creating a new one.
  
  
  
  Review Inspection Plans:
  
  If the characteristic is part of an inspection plan, ensure that it is not locked or in use. You may need to unlock it or make changes to the inspection plan.
  
  
  
  Delete or Rename:
  
  If the characteristic is not needed, consider deleting it if it is not in use. If it is in use, you may need to rename the new characteristic you are trying to create to avoid the conflict.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to Quality Management and inspection characteristics for further guidance on managing characteristics.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if this is a recurring issue or if it affects critical business processes.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as QS21, QS22, QSP0 (for inspection plans), and QST0 (for characteristics).
  Quality Management Configuration: Understanding the configuration settings in the Quality Management module can help prevent such issues in the future.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to create or modify inspection characteristics.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the QISR623 error and manage your inspection characteristics effectively.