How To Fix QS252 - First set the codes to inactive

SAP Error Message - Details

• 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 lot or quality notification in SAP.
  Check the associated quality codes to see which ones are currently active.
  
  
  
  Set Quality Codes to Inactive:
  
  Go to the transaction for managing quality codes (e.g., transaction code QS21 for defect codes).
  Locate the active quality codes linked to your inspection lot or notification.
  Change the status of these codes to inactive. This may involve editing the code and setting its status appropriately.
  
  
  
  Retry the Action:
  
  After deactivating the quality codes, attempt to perform the action that triggered the QS252 error again (e.g., deleting or modifying the inspection lot or notification).
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP QM, such as:
  
  QS21: Maintain Defect Codes
  QM01: Create Quality Notification
  QA32: Change Inspection Lot
  
  
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to change the status of quality codes.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more detailed information on managing quality codes and handling quality notifications.
  
  If you continue to experience issues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP Notes for any specific patches or updates related to this error message.