How To Fix QS166 - First create or release selected set & in catalog &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: QS - QM: Master data

• Message number: 166

• Message text: First create or release selected set & in catalog &

What causes this issue?

You want to assign a selected set to the master inspection
characteristic. However, the selected set has not yet been created or
has not been released.

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?

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QS166 - First create or release selected set & in catalog & ?

  The SAP error message QS166 ("First create or release selected set & in catalog &") typically occurs in the context of Quality Management (QM) when you are trying to perform an action on a selected set that has not been created or released in the specified catalog. This error indicates that the system expects a selected set to be available for the operation you are attempting.
  Cause:
  
  Selected Set Not Created: The selected set you are trying to use has not been created yet in the specified catalog.
  Selected Set Not Released: The selected set exists but has not been released, meaning it is not available for use in the current context.
  Incorrect Catalog: You may be referencing the wrong catalog or the selected set may not belong to the catalog you are trying to access.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Create the Selected Set:
  
  Navigate to the appropriate transaction in SAP (e.g., QS21 for creating selected sets).
  Create the selected set in the specified catalog if it does not exist.
  
  
  
  Release the Selected Set:
  
  If the selected set exists but is not released, you need to release it. This can typically be done in the same transaction where you created it or through a specific release transaction.
  Ensure that all necessary data and configurations are complete before releasing.
  
  
  
  Verify Catalog:
  
  Double-check that you are using the correct catalog. Ensure that the selected set you are trying to access is indeed part of the catalog you are referencing.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to create or release selected sets in the specified catalog.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific steps related to your version of SAP and the Quality Management module.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as QS21 (Create Selected Set), QS22 (Change Selected Set), and QS23 (Display Selected Set).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Roles: Ensure that your user role has the necessary permissions to perform actions related to selected sets and catalogs.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.