How To Fix QP142 - Char. &: No defect code has been maintained

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: QP - Message IDs for function module group QPAA

• Message number: 142

• Message text: Char. &: No defect code has been maintained

INCLUDE 'QP127' OBJECT DOKU ID NA LANGUAGE E

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QP142 - Char. &: No defect code has been maintained ?

  The SAP error message QP142 ("Char. &: No defect code has been maintained") typically occurs in the context of quality management (QM) when you are trying to record a defect or quality issue, but the system cannot find a corresponding defect code for the characteristic you are working with. This can happen in various scenarios, such as during inspection lot processing or when recording results.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Defect Code: The primary cause of this error is that the defect code for the specified characteristic has not been defined in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the quality management module, particularly in the area of defect codes and characteristics.
  Incorrect Characteristic Assignment: The characteristic you are trying to use may not be properly linked to a defect code in the system.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Define Defect Codes:
  
  Go to the transaction code QS21 (Defect Code) in SAP.
  Check if the defect code for the characteristic in question has been created. If not, create a new defect code and ensure it is properly assigned to the relevant characteristic.
  
  
  
  Check Characteristic Assignment:
  
  Use transaction code QS22 to check the characteristics and ensure that they are correctly linked to the defect codes.
  Make sure that the characteristic you are working with is assigned to the correct inspection plan and that the defect codes are maintained for it.
  
  
  
  Review Inspection Plan:
  
  If you are working with an inspection lot, check the associated inspection plan using transaction code QP01 or QP02.
  Ensure that the characteristics in the inspection plan have the appropriate defect codes assigned.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to quality management and defect codes for additional guidance on maintaining defect codes.
  
  
  
  User Authorization:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to create or modify defect codes and characteristics in the system.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  QS21: Create Defect Code
  QS22: Change Defect Code
  QP01: Create Inspection Plan
  QP02: Change Inspection Plan
  
  
  Quality Management Module: Familiarize yourself with the QM module in SAP, as understanding how defect codes and characteristics work together is crucial for effective quality management.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or bugs related to defect codes and characteristics.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the QP142 error and ensure that defect codes are properly maintained in your SAP system.