How To Fix QP355 - Master inspection characteristic &1 in version &2 is not released

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 355

• Message text: Master inspection characteristic &1 in version &2 is not released

What causes this issue?

The master inspection characteristic must be released before you can
use it.

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?

To release the master inspection characteristic, change its status.
You can use another version of this master inspection characteristic
or use a different characteristic.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QP355 - Master inspection characteristic &1 in version &2 is not released ?

  The SAP error message QP355 indicates that a master inspection characteristic (MIC) is not released in the specified version. This error typically occurs in the Quality Management (QM) module when you attempt to use or reference a master inspection characteristic that has not been released for use in the specified version.
  Cause:
  
  Unreleased MIC: The master inspection characteristic you are trying to use has not been released. In SAP, characteristics must be released before they can be used in inspection plans or other quality-related processes.
  Versioning Issues: The version of the master inspection characteristic you are trying to access is not the latest or is not released.
  Authorization Issues: There may be authorization issues preventing you from accessing the released version of the MIC.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Release the MIC:
  
  Go to the transaction code QS21 (Create Master Inspection Characteristic) or QS22 (Change Master Inspection Characteristic).
  Check the status of the MIC in question. If it is not released, you will need to release it.
  To release, you can use the transaction QS22, select the MIC, and then choose the option to release it.
  
  
  
  Check Version:
  
  Ensure that you are referencing the correct version of the MIC. You can check the version in the same transaction (QS21 or QS22).
  If you need to use a different version, make sure that version is released.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access and use the master inspection characteristic. You may need to contact your SAP security administrator if you suspect authorization issues.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the SAP documentation or help files related to Quality Management and Master Inspection Characteristics for additional guidance on managing and releasing MICs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  QS21: Create Master Inspection Characteristic
  QS22: Change Master Inspection Characteristic
  QS23: Display Master Inspection Characteristic
  
  
  Quality Management Module: Understanding how MICs fit into the broader context of quality management in SAP can help in troubleshooting and resolving issues.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or bugs related to MICs and their release process.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message QP355 and successfully use the master inspection characteristic in your quality management processes.