How To Fix QS194 - Characteristic & & & was deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: QS - QM: Master data

• Message number: 194

• Message text: Characteristic & & & was deleted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QS194 - Characteristic & & & was deleted ?

  The SAP error message QS194 indicates that a characteristic has been deleted in the context of Quality Management (QM) or other related modules. This error typically arises when you attempt to access or use a characteristic that no longer exists in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Deletion of Characteristic: The characteristic in question has been deleted from the system, either intentionally or accidentally.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data, especially if the characteristic was used in various master data or transactional data.
  Transport Issues: If the characteristic was deleted in one environment (e.g., development) and not properly transported to another (e.g., production), it may lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Characteristic Status: Verify if the characteristic is indeed deleted. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., CT04 for characteristics) and checking if the characteristic exists.
  Restore Characteristic: If the characteristic was deleted by mistake, you may need to recreate it. Ensure that you replicate all necessary attributes and settings.
  Data Consistency Check: If the characteristic is used in existing data, you may need to check for any inconsistencies and resolve them. This may involve updating or deleting related data that references the deleted characteristic.
  Transport Management: If the deletion was part of a transport request, ensure that the transport is correctly managed and that all environments are synchronized.
  Consult Documentation: Review any documentation or change logs to understand why the characteristic was deleted and if it was part of a planned change.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CT04 (Create/Change Characteristic), QS21 (Create Inspection Characteristic), and others related to Quality Management.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP Notes can provide additional context or solutions.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view or modify characteristics in the system.
  Testing: After making changes, conduct thorough testing to ensure that the issue is resolved and that there are no further impacts on related processes.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.