How To Fix QP354 - Master inspection characteristic &, version & is being processed by &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 354

• Message text: Master inspection characteristic &, version & is being processed by &3

What causes this issue?

The master inspection characteristic is currently blocked by another
process.

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?

Wait until the other process is finished with the characteristic.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QP354 - Master inspection characteristic &, version & is being processed by &3 ?

  The SAP error message QP354 indicates that a master inspection characteristic is currently being processed by another user or session. This typically occurs in the Quality Management (QM) module when multiple users attempt to access or modify the same master inspection characteristic simultaneously.
  Cause:
  
  Concurrent Access: Another user is currently editing or processing the master inspection characteristic.
  Locking Mechanism: SAP uses a locking mechanism to prevent data inconsistencies. When one user is working on a characteristic, it is locked for others.
  Long-running Transactions: If a transaction is taking longer than expected, it may hold the lock for an extended period.
  
  Solution:
  
  Wait and Retry: If you encounter this error, wait for a few moments and then try again. The lock may be released once the other user completes their transaction.
  Identify the Lock: Use transaction code SM12 to check for locks on the master inspection characteristic. You can see which user is holding the lock and the details of the lock.
  Contact the User: If you identify the user holding the lock, you may want to contact them to see if they can complete their work or release the lock.
  Release the Lock: If necessary and if you have the appropriate authorizations, you can manually delete the lock entry in SM12. However, this should be done with caution, as it may lead to data inconsistencies.
  Check for Background Jobs: Sometimes, background jobs may also hold locks. Check if there are any jobs running that might be causing the lock.
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM12: To view and manage lock entries.
  SM21: To check system logs for any related issues.
  SE11: To view the data dictionary and check the structure of the master inspection characteristic.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for the error message number (QP354) in the SAP Support Portal.
  
  
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on how to properly access and modify master inspection characteristics to minimize concurrent access issues.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the QP354 error and continue working with the master inspection characteristics in SAP.