How To Fix QS385 - Master inspection characteristic &1 &2 &3 is used

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: QS - QM: Master data

• Message number: 385

• Message text: Master inspection characteristic &1 &2 &3 is used

What causes this issue?

The master inspection characteristic version is used and can therefore
not be deleted.

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QS385 - Master inspection characteristic &1 &2 &3 is used ?

  The SAP error message QS385 indicates that a master inspection characteristic (MIC) is being used in a way that is not allowed, typically because it is already assigned to a quality inspection plan or another object. This error can occur in various scenarios, such as when trying to delete or modify a master inspection characteristic that is still in use.
  Cause:
  
  In Use: The master inspection characteristic is currently assigned to an inspection plan, inspection lot, or another quality management object.
  Locked for Changes: The characteristic may be locked for changes due to its usage in active processes.
  Dependencies: There may be dependencies or links to other quality management objects that prevent the modification or deletion of the characteristic.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Usage: Identify where the master inspection characteristic is being used. You can do this by:
  
  Navigating to the inspection plans or lots that reference the characteristic.
  Using transaction codes like QDP1 (for inspection plans) or QA32 (for inspection lots) to find references.
  
  
  
  Remove References: If you need to delete or modify the characteristic, you must first remove it from all inspection plans or other objects where it is being used.
  
  Go to the relevant inspection plan and remove the characteristic.
  Ensure that there are no active inspection lots that reference the characteristic.
  
  
  
  Check for Locks: If the characteristic is locked, you may need to wait until the current processes are completed or consult with your SAP administrator to unlock it.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files for specific instructions related to the management of master inspection characteristics.
  
  
  Use Transaction Codes: Utilize transaction codes like QS21 (to create or change master inspection characteristics) and QS22 (to display them) to manage the characteristics effectively.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Master Inspection Characteristics (MIC): These are used in quality management to define the properties of materials that need to be inspected.
  Quality Inspection Plans: These plans outline the inspection characteristics, methods, and procedures for quality control.
  SAP Quality Management (QM): This module in SAP is responsible for managing quality in processes, including inspection planning, execution, and results recording.
  
  If you continue to face issues, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting the SAP community for further assistance.