How To Fix QP206 - Catalog type & is no longer available

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 206

• Message text: Catalog type & is no longer available

What causes this issue?

The catalog type that was used in the plan has been deleted from the
catalog type table. As a result, there is inconsistent data not only in
the plan but also in the inspection catalog.

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?

Maintain the catalog type once again and then access the plan function
one more time.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QP206 - Catalog type & is no longer available ?

  The SAP error message QP206 indicates that a specific catalog type is no longer available in the system. This error typically occurs in the context of Quality Management (QM) or when dealing with catalogs in the SAP system, such as when trying to access or use a catalog that has been deleted or is not properly configured.
  Cause:
  
  Catalog Deletion: The catalog type you are trying to access has been deleted from the system.
  Configuration Issues: The catalog type may not be properly configured or activated in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the catalog type.
  System Upgrade or Changes: Changes in the system, such as upgrades or modifications, may have affected the availability of the catalog type.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Catalog Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code CL02 (Class Maintenance) or CL03 (Display Class) to check if the catalog type exists.
  If it does not exist, you may need to recreate it or restore it from a backup if applicable.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the catalog type. This can be checked with the help of your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Check for Deletion:
  
  If the catalog type was deleted, you may need to consult with your SAP Basis or functional team to see if it can be restored or if a new catalog type needs to be created.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific catalog type you are working with to ensure that it is set up correctly.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists and you cannot determine the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CL01 (Create Class), CL02 (Change Class), and CL03 (Display Class) for managing catalogs.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the specific catalog type or error message.
  User Roles: Review user roles and profiles to ensure that they have the necessary permissions to access the required catalog types.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.