How To Fix QS286 - No stock posting default value available for selected code

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: QS - QM: Master data

• Message number: 286

• Message text: No stock posting default value available for selected code

What causes this issue?

No stock proposal is assigned to the code you selected.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Assign a stock proposal to the code.
Go into the change status and set the indicator in column "M" (quantity
proposal for stock posting).
Select in the dialog box, where the stock should be posted to later.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QS286 - No stock posting default value available for selected code ?

  The SAP error message QS286 "No stock posting default value available for selected code" typically occurs in the context of quality management (QM) processes, particularly when dealing with stock postings related to inspection lots or quality notifications. This error indicates that the system cannot find a default stock posting value for the specified code, which is necessary for processing the inspection lot or quality notification.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Configuration: The most common cause is that the stock posting default values have not been configured for the relevant inspection type or material.
  Incorrect Master Data: The material master or inspection plan may not have the necessary settings or values defined.
  Quality Management Settings: The quality management settings in the system may not be properly set up, leading to missing default values.
  User Authorization: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the required configuration or data.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for Quality Management in SAP (Transaction SPRO).
  Navigate to Quality Management > Quality Inspection > Define Stock Posting for Inspection Lots.
  Ensure that the stock posting defaults are defined for the relevant inspection types.
  
  
  
  Review Material Master:
  
  Check the material master data (Transaction MM03) for the material in question.
  Ensure that the quality management views are properly maintained and that the relevant inspection types are assigned.
  
  
  
  Inspect Inspection Plan:
  
  If applicable, review the inspection plan associated with the material to ensure it is correctly set up and linked to the appropriate stock posting settings.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify the relevant settings in SAP.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on configuring stock posting defaults in QM.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, perform a test to see if the error persists. Create a new inspection lot or quality notification to verify that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM03 (Material Master), QA01 (Create Inspection Lot), and SPRO (Customizing).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for potential bug fixes or additional guidance.
  Training and Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP QM expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the QS286 error in your SAP system.