How To Fix QS195 - A characteristic version that has been marked for deletion is copied


QS195 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: QS - QM: Master data

  • Message number: 195

  • Message text: A characteristic version that has been marked for deletion is copied

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QS195 - A characteristic version that has been marked for deletion is copied ?
    The SAP error message QS195 indicates that a characteristic version has been marked for deletion and cannot be copied. This typically occurs in the context of SAP's Quality Management (QM) module or when dealing with characteristics in the context of classification or variant configuration.
    
    Cause: The error arises when you attempt to copy a characteristic version that has been flagged for deletion. This means that the characteristic is no longer active or valid for use in the system, and as such, it cannot be processed further, including copying it to another version or object.
    Solution: To resolve this error, you can take the following steps: Check Characteristic Status: Go to the transaction code where you manage characteristics (e.g., CT04 for characteristics). Search for the characteristic in question and check its status. If it is marked for deletion, you will need to either restore it or create a new characteristic. Restore Characteristic: If the characteristic is still needed, you may

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