How To Fix QS255 - Enter the valuation

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: QS - QM: Master data

• Message number: 255

• Message text: Enter the valuation

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QS255 - Enter the valuation ?

  The SAP error message QS255 ("Enter the valuation") typically occurs in the context of Quality Management (QM) when a user is trying to create or process a quality notification or inspection lot, and the system requires a valuation to be entered but it has not been provided.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Valuation: The user has not entered a valuation for the inspection lot or quality notification.
  Configuration Issues: The system may not be properly configured to handle valuations for the specific type of inspection or notification being processed.
  User Input Error: The user may have overlooked entering the required valuation field.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the QS255 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Enter Valuation: 
  
  Go back to the screen where the error occurred and ensure that you enter a valid valuation in the required field. This could be a pass, fail, or any other relevant status based on your quality management process.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  If you are consistently encountering this error, check the configuration settings in the Quality Management module. Ensure that the valuation types are correctly defined and that the system is set up to require valuations where necessary.
  
  
  
  Review User Input:
  
  Double-check that all mandatory fields are filled out correctly. Sometimes, the error may be triggered by other missing information that is indirectly related to the valuation.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help files for specific guidance on the transaction or process you are working with. This can provide insights into what is expected in terms of input.
  
  
  
  Seek Help from SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: The error may occur in various transactions related to Quality Management, such as creating inspection lots (e.g., transaction code QA01) or processing quality notifications (e.g., transaction code QM01).
  Quality Management Module: Understanding the overall configuration and processes within the QM module can help in troubleshooting similar issues.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any updates or patches that may address this specific error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the QS255 error and continue with your quality management processes in SAP.