How To Fix QS192 - Characteristic & & & was changed without history

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: QS - QM: Master data

• Message number: 192

• Message text: Characteristic & & & was changed without history

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QS192 - Characteristic & & & was changed without history ?

  The SAP error message QS192 indicates that a characteristic in the Quality Management (QM) module was changed without maintaining a history of that change. This typically occurs when a characteristic is modified directly in the system without using the appropriate transaction or method that records the change history.
  Cause:
  
  Direct Modification: The characteristic was altered directly in the characteristic master data without using the proper transaction that logs changes.
  Missing Change Documents: The system may not be configured to track changes for that particular characteristic, or the change document functionality is not activated.
  User Permissions: The user may not have the necessary permissions to make changes that are tracked, leading to a situation where changes are made without history.
  
  Solution:
  
  Use Correct Transactions: Always use the appropriate SAP transactions (like CT04 for creating or changing characteristics) that ensure changes are logged.
  Check Change Document Settings: Ensure that change document functionality is activated for the characteristic. This can be done in the customizing settings:
  
  Go to SPRO -> Quality Management -> Quality Planning -> Master Data -> Characteristics -> Define Characteristics and check the settings for change documents.
  
  
  Review User Permissions: Ensure that users have the correct authorizations to make changes that are tracked. This may involve checking roles and authorizations in the user management area.
  Revert Changes: If the characteristic was changed incorrectly, consider reverting to the previous version if possible, or re-enter the characteristic using the correct method to ensure history is maintained.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes related to the QS192 error for any specific patches or updates that may address this issue.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on Quality Management and characteristics to understand best practices for managing and modifying characteristics.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, especially if it involves system configuration or deeper technical issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the QS192 error and ensure that changes to characteristics are properly tracked in the future.