How To Fix QS252 - First set the codes to inactive

QS252 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: QS - QM: Master data

• Message number: 252

• Message text: First set the codes to inactive

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QS252 - First set the codes to inactive ?

  The SAP error message QS252 ("First set the codes to inactive") typically occurs in the context of Quality Management (QM) when you are trying to delete or change a quality notification or inspection lot that is still linked to active quality codes. This error indicates that you need to first deactivate or set the quality codes associated with the inspection lot or notification to inactive before you can proceed with the desired action.
  
  Cause:
  
  Active Quality Codes: The primary cause of this error is that there are quality codes (such as defect codes or action codes) that are currently active and linked to the inspection lot or quality notification you are trying to modify or delete.
  System Restrictions: SAP enforces certain restrictions to maintain data integrity, which prevents changes to records that are still associated with active quality codes.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the QS252 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify Active Quality Codes:
  
  Navigate to the relevant inspection