How To Fix QJ236 - Error when saving. Failed to access default settings

QJ236 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: QJ -

• Message number: 236

• Message text: Error when saving. Failed to access default settings

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QJ236 - Error when saving. Failed to access default settings ?

  The SAP error message QJ236, which states "Error when saving. Failed to access default settings," typically occurs in the context of Quality Management (QM) or related modules when the system is unable to retrieve or save default settings for a particular transaction or process. This can happen for various reasons, including configuration issues, authorization problems, or data inconsistencies.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Configuration: The default settings for the relevant QM process may not be configured correctly in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or modify the default settings.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the master data or configuration data that prevent the system from saving the settings.
  System Errors: Temporary system issues or bugs in the SAP environment could also lead to this error.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Verify that the default settings for the relevant QM process are correctly configured in the system. This can be done by navigating to