How To Fix QS140 - Select an upper spec. limit that is greater than the lower spec. limit

QS140 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: QS - QM: Master data

• Message number: 140

• Message text: Select an upper spec. limit that is greater than the lower spec. limit

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QS140 - Select an upper spec. limit that is greater than the lower spec. limit ?

  The SAP error message QS140, which states "Select an upper spec. limit that is greater than the lower spec. limit," typically occurs in the context of quality management (QM) within SAP. This error indicates that the upper specification limit (USL) you are trying to set is not greater than the lower specification limit (LSL). Here’s a breakdown of the cause, solution, and related information:
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Input: The most common cause of this error is that the values entered for the upper and lower specification limits are incorrect. The USL is either equal to or less than the LSL.
  Data Entry Error: There may have been a typographical error or misunderstanding when entering the limits.
  
  Configuration Issues: In some cases, the configuration of the quality management settings may not be set up correctly, leading to this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Specification Limits:
  
  Go back to the transaction or screen where you are entering the specification limits.
  Verify that the