How To Fix QS203 - First create code group & in catalog &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: QS - QM: Master data

• Message number: 203

• Message text: First create code group & in catalog &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QS203 - First create code group & in catalog & ?

  The SAP error message QS203 ("First create code group & in catalog &") typically occurs in the context of Quality Management (QM) when you are trying to create or manage inspection characteristics or code groups without having first defined the necessary code group in the appropriate catalog.
  Cause:
  The error indicates that the system is expecting a code group to be defined in a specific catalog before you can proceed with your operation. This usually happens when:
  
  You are trying to assign a code group to an inspection characteristic or a quality notification, but the code group does not exist in the specified catalog.
  The catalog you are working with is not properly set up or is missing the required entries.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the QS203 error, you need to create the required code group in the specified catalog. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the Catalog Management:
  
  Go to the transaction code QS21 (for creating a code group) or QS22 (for changing a code group) in SAP.
  
  
  
  Create a New Code Group:
  
  In the catalog management screen, select the appropriate catalog where you want to create the code group.
  Enter the details for the new code group, including the code group name and description.
  Save your entries.
  
  
  
  Verify the Code Group:
  
  After creating the code group, ensure that it is correctly defined and appears in the catalog.
  You can use transaction code QS23 to display the code group and verify its details.
  
  
  
  Retry the Original Operation:
  
  Once the code group is created, go back to the original transaction where you encountered the error and try to perform the operation again.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  QS21: Create Code Group
  QS22: Change Code Group
  QS23: Display Code Group
  
  
  Quality Management (QM) Module: This error is specific to the QM module in SAP, which deals with quality planning, inspection, and control.
  Catalogs and Code Groups: In SAP QM, catalogs are used to manage various types of codes (e.g., defects, causes) that can be assigned to inspection characteristics or notifications. Code groups are collections of these codes.
  
  If you continue to experience issues after following these steps, it may be helpful to consult with your SAP administrator or a functional consultant who specializes in the QM module for further assistance.