How To Fix QS253 - First delete the associated codes

QS253 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: QS - QM: Master data

• Message number: 253

• Message text: First delete the associated codes

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QS253 - First delete the associated codes ?

  The SAP error message QS253 ("First delete the associated codes") typically occurs in the context of Quality Management (QM) when you are trying to delete a quality notification, inspection lot, or some other object that has associated codes or data linked to it. This error indicates that there are dependencies or linked records that must be addressed before the deletion can proceed.
  
  Cause:
  
  Associated Codes: The object you are trying to delete has associated codes (like defect codes, cause codes, etc.) that need to be removed first.
  Linked Records: There may be other records or documents that reference the object you are trying to delete, preventing its deletion.
  Data Integrity: SAP enforces data integrity rules to ensure that deleting an object does not leave orphaned records or inconsistent data.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the QS253 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify Associated Codes:
  
  Check the object you are trying to delete for any associated codes or linked records. This could