How To Fix QS278 - Catalog types A through O are reserved. Change your entry

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: QS - QM: Master data

• Message number: 278

• Message text: Catalog types A through O are reserved. Change your entry

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QS278 - Catalog types A through O are reserved. Change your entry ?

  The SAP error message QS278 indicates that you are trying to use a catalog type that is reserved for system use. In SAP Quality Management (QM), catalog types are used to classify defects, inspections, and other quality-related items. The system reserves certain catalog types (A through O) for its own internal processes, and these cannot be modified or used for custom entries.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  You attempt to create or modify a catalog type that falls within the reserved range (A to O).
  You may have mistakenly entered a catalog type that is not allowed.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Catalog Type: Ensure that the catalog type you are trying to use is not within the reserved range (A to O). You can refer to the documentation or configuration settings in SAP to see which catalog types are available for your use.
  
  
  Use Valid Catalog Types: If you need to create a new catalog type, choose a letter outside the reserved range (e.g., P, Q, R, etc.) or use a numeric identifier if applicable.
  
  
  Configuration: If you are an administrator or have access to configuration settings, you can check the configuration of catalog types in the SAP system:
  
  Go to the transaction code SPRO.
  Navigate to Quality Management > Quality Control > Catalogs > Define Catalog Types.
  Review the existing catalog types and their definitions.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about which catalog types are available or how to configure them, consult the SAP documentation or reach out to your SAP support team for guidance.
  
  
  Testing: After making changes, test the entry again to ensure that the error does not occur.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any updates or specific guidance related to catalog types and error messages.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the appropriate permissions to create or modify catalog types in the system.
  Training: If you are new to SAP QM, consider training or resources that cover catalog management and quality processes.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the QS278 error and successfully manage your catalog types in SAP.