How To Fix QS840 - & material specifications were activated

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: QS - QM: Master data

• Message number: 840

• Message text: & material specifications were activated

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QS840 - & material specifications were activated ?

  The SAP error message QS840 typically indicates that there is an issue related to the activation of material specifications in the Quality Management (QM) module. This error can occur when you are trying to perform actions related to material specifications that have not been properly activated or configured.
  Cause of QS840 Error
  
  Material Specification Not Activated: The material specification for the material in question has not been activated in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the Quality Management module or in the material master data.
  Missing Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or modify the material specifications.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the material specifications or the quality management settings.
  
  Solution
  
  
  Activate Material Specification:
  
  Go to the transaction code QS21 (Create Material Specification) or QS22 (Change Material Specification) and check if the material specification is activated.
  If it is not activated, activate it accordingly.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the Quality Management settings are correctly configured in the system. This includes checking the settings for material specifications in the Quality Management configuration.
  You can access the configuration through the transaction code SPRO and navigate to the relevant QM settings.
  
  
  
  Review User Authorizations:
  
  Check if the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify material specifications. This can be done through transaction code SU53 to analyze authorization issues.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Perform a consistency check on the material master data and the quality management settings to ensure there are no discrepancies.
  You can use transaction codes like MM03 (Display Material) to review the material master data.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more detailed information on the QS840 error and related material specifications.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  QS21: Create Material Specification
  QS22: Change Material Specification
  QS23: Display Material Specification
  MM03: Display Material Master
  SPRO: Customizing Implementation Guide
  SU53: Authorization Check
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the QS840 error. You can search for relevant notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  
  
  Quality Management Module: Familiarize yourself with the Quality Management module in SAP, as understanding its functionalities can help in troubleshooting related issues.
  
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.