How To Fix QS701 - Method & & & was changed with history

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: QS - QM: Master data

• Message number: 701

• Message text: Method & & & was changed with history

What causes this issue?

INCLUDE Q_VERSION OBJECT DOKU ID TX LANGUAGE DE

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QS701 - Method & & & was changed with history ?

  The SAP error message QS701 indicates that a method (in this case, a characteristic or a procedure) has been changed and that there is a history associated with that change. This message typically arises in the context of Quality Management (QM) or when dealing with characteristics in the context of inspection plans or quality notifications.
  Cause:
  
  Change in Method: The method or characteristic has been modified in the system. This could be due to updates in the inspection plan, changes in the master data, or adjustments made by users.
  Versioning: SAP maintains a history of changes for various objects. If a method has been changed, the system may be trying to reference an older version or is unable to reconcile the changes with existing data.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data due to changes made without proper updates to related objects.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Change History: Review the change history for the method or characteristic in question. This can often be done through transaction codes like QS22 (for inspection plans) or QS21 (for characteristics).
  Update Related Objects: Ensure that all related objects (like inspection plans, quality notifications, etc.) are updated to reflect the changes made to the method.
  Recreate or Adjust the Method: If the method is no longer valid or if it has been incorrectly modified, consider recreating it or adjusting it back to a valid state.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the method in question.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and cannot be resolved through the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as QS21, QS22, QS23, and QA32 for managing quality-related data.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to the QS701 error message, as they may provide specific fixes or workarounds.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to make changes to the methods or characteristics in question.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the QS701 error message in SAP.