How To Fix QP405 - Code group & cannot be used

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 405

• Message text: Code group & cannot be used

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QP405 - Code group & cannot be used ?

  The SAP error message QP405, which states "Code group & cannot be used," typically occurs in the context of Quality Management (QM) within SAP. This error indicates that the specified code group is not available for use in the current context, which can be due to several reasons.
  Causes:
  
  Inactive Code Group: The code group may not be activated or is inactive in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The code group may not be properly configured in the system settings.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or use the specified code group.
  Missing Master Data: The code group may not be assigned to the relevant master data (e.g., material, inspection plan).
  System Settings: The code group may not be defined for the specific application area or may be restricted in certain contexts.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Code Group Status:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for code groups in SAP (Transaction Code: OQ01 or OQ02) and verify if the code group is active.
  If it is inactive, activate it.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the code group is correctly configured and assigned to the relevant inspection characteristics or master data.
  Check if the code group is linked to the appropriate quality management processes.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and use the code group. This can be done by checking the user roles and authorizations in the user management section.
  
  
  
  Assign Code Group:
  
  If the code group is not assigned to the relevant master data, you may need to assign it. This can be done in the material master or inspection plan settings.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to Quality Management and code groups for additional insights and troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  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: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OQ01 (Create Code Group), OQ02 (Change Code Group), and OQ03 (Display Code Group).
  Quality Management Module: Understanding the broader context of the Quality Management module in SAP can help in troubleshooting related issues.
  User Roles: Ensure that user roles are properly defined and that users have the necessary permissions to perform actions related to quality management.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the QP405 error and implement a suitable solution.