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

SAP Error Message - Details

• 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 upper specification limit is indeed greater than the lower specification limit.
  Correct the values if necessary.
  
  
  
  Data Validation:
  
  Ensure that the data types for the limits are correct (e.g., numeric values).
  Make sure that there are no leading or trailing spaces in the input fields.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  If the issue persists, review the configuration settings in the Quality Management module to ensure that there are no underlying issues affecting the specification limits.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help files for additional guidance on setting specification limits.
  
  
  
  Seek Help from SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Quality Management (QM): This error is part of the QM module in SAP, which deals with quality planning, quality inspection, and quality control.
  Specification Limits: These limits are critical in quality control processes to ensure that products meet required standards.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP QM, such as QA01 (Create Quality Notification), QA02 (Change Quality Notification), and QA03 (Display Quality Notification), where you might encounter this error.
  
  By ensuring that the upper specification limit is always greater than the lower specification limit, you can avoid encountering this error in the future.