How To Fix QM256 - After saving the notification, the material is posted to scrap

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: QM - Messages for quality notifications

• Message number: 256

• Message text: After saving the notification, the material is posted to scrap

What causes this issue?

The material is only posted to scrap after saving the notification.

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?

Save the notification so that the transfer posting occurs.
&Note&
If you cancel notification processing, the stock transfer posting does
not take place.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QM256 - After saving the notification, the material is posted to scrap ?

  The SAP error message QM256 indicates that after saving a notification, the material is posted to scrap. This typically occurs in the context of Quality Management (QM) within SAP, particularly when dealing with notifications related to defects or quality issues.
  Cause:
  The error message QM256 can be triggered by several factors, including:
  
  
  Quality Notification Settings: The configuration of the quality notification may be set to automatically post materials to scrap when certain conditions are met (e.g., if the material is deemed defective).
  
  
  Material Status: The material in question may have a status that indicates it should be scrapped, possibly due to previous quality inspections or notifications.
  
  
  Inspection Lot Characteristics: If the inspection lot associated with the material has characteristics that lead to a scrap decision, this can trigger the posting.
  
  
  User Authorization: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to change the status of the material or to process the notification differently.
  
  
  Custom Logic: There may be custom ABAP code or user exits that enforce the posting to scrap based on specific criteria.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the QM256 error, consider the following steps:
  
  
  Review Notification Settings: Check the configuration of the quality notification type to see if it is set to automatically post to scrap. Adjust the settings if necessary.
  
  
  Inspect Material Status: Verify the status of the material in question. If it is marked for scrap, you may need to change its status or review the quality inspection results.
  
  
  Check Inspection Lot: Look at the associated inspection lot and its characteristics. If the lot is set to scrap, you may need to review the inspection results and make necessary adjustments.
  
  
  User Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the appropriate authorizations to process notifications and change material statuses.
  
  
  Consult Custom Logic: If there is custom logic in place, review it to understand why the material is being posted to scrap. You may need to modify the logic if it is not functioning as intended.
  
  
  SAP Notes and Documentation: Check for any relevant SAP Notes or documentation that may provide additional insights or solutions related to this error message.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as QM01 (Create Quality Notification), QM02 (Change Quality Notification), and QM03 (Display Quality Notification).
  Quality Management Configuration: Review the configuration settings in the Quality Management module to ensure they align with your business processes.
  Training and Documentation: Ensure that users are trained on how to handle quality notifications and understand the implications of posting materials to scrap.
  
  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 for further assistance.