How To Fix QP309 - Screen & is not defined in TQ21

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 309

• Message text: Screen & is not defined in TQ21

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QP309 - Screen & is not defined in TQ21 ?

  The SAP error message QP309, which states that "Screen & is not defined in TQ21," typically occurs in the context of Quality Management (QM) within SAP. This error indicates that the system is trying to access a screen that has not been defined in the configuration for the Quality Management module.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Screen Definition: The specific screen that the system is trying to access has not been defined in the TQ21 table, which is used for screen control in the Quality Management module.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the Quality Management settings, leading to the system not recognizing the screen.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or enhancements in the system, they may not have been properly integrated with the standard screens.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check TQ21 Table: 
  
  Go to transaction SE11 (Data Dictionary) and check the TQ21 table to see if the screen in question is defined. If it is not, you may need to add it.
  
  
  
  Screen Configuration:
  
  Use transaction SPRO to navigate to the Quality Management configuration settings. Ensure that all necessary screens are properly configured.
  Look for the specific configuration related to the screen in question and ensure it is set up correctly.
  
  
  
  Review Custom Code:
  
  If there are any custom developments, review the code to ensure that it is not trying to access a screen that does not exist or is not properly defined.
  
  
  
  Transport Requests:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, ensure that all necessary objects were included in the transport request and that they were successfully imported into the target system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Check SAP documentation or notes related to the specific version of SAP you are using, as there may be known issues or patches available.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SE11 (Data Dictionary)
  SPRO (SAP Reference IMG)
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Quality Management Configuration: Familiarize yourself with the configuration settings in the Quality Management module to better understand how screens and processes are defined.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.