How To Fix QS177 - No codes are assigned to code group or selected set

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: QS - QM: Master data

• Message number: 177

• Message text: No codes are assigned to code group or selected set

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QS177 - No codes are assigned to code group or selected set ?

  The SAP error message QS177 ("No codes are assigned to code group or selected set") typically occurs in the context of Quality Management (QM) when you are trying to use a code group or selected set that does not have any codes assigned to it. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when creating inspection lots, recording results, or processing quality notifications.
  Cause:
  
  Unassigned Codes: The code group or selected set you are trying to use does not have any codes assigned to it. This could be due to configuration issues or oversight during setup.
  Incorrect Configuration: The code group or selected set may not have been properly configured in the system.
  Data Deletion: Codes that were previously assigned may have been deleted or not properly maintained.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Code Group/Selected Set:
  
  Navigate to the relevant configuration settings in SAP (usually under Quality Management).
  Verify that the code group or selected set you are trying to use has codes assigned to it.
  
  
  
  Assign Codes:
  
  If no codes are assigned, you will need to create and assign the necessary codes to the code group or selected set.
  This can typically be done in the configuration settings for Quality Management under the relevant code group or selected set.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the configuration for the code group or selected set is correct and complete.
  Check if there are any dependencies or prerequisites that need to be fulfilled.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the functionality again to ensure that the error does not reoccur.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like QS21 (for creating code groups) or QS22 (for maintaining code groups) to manage your code groups.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for Quality Management to understand the configuration and usage of code groups and selected sets.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to code groups and selected sets in the system.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.