How To Fix /SPE/INSPRES029 - Combination of catalog &1, code group &2 and code &3 not valid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SPE/INSPRES -

• Message number: 029

• Message text: Combination of catalog &1, code group &2 and code &3 not valid

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SPE/INSPRES029 - Combination of catalog &1, code group &2 and code &3 not valid ?

  The SAP error message /SPE/INSPRES029 indicates that there is an issue with the combination of a catalog, code group, and code in the context of inspection results or quality management processes. This error typically arises when the system cannot find a valid entry for the specified combination in the relevant configuration tables.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Catalog Entry: The catalog specified (represented by &1) does not exist or is not properly configured in the system.
  Invalid Code Group: The code group (represented by &2) associated with the catalog is either missing or not linked correctly to the catalog.
  Invalid Code: The specific code (represented by &3) does not exist within the specified code group or is not valid for the given catalog.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the quality management module or the specific inspection plan.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Catalog Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code CL02 (Class Maintenance) or CL03 (Display Class) to verify that the catalog exists and is correctly configured.
  Ensure that the catalog is active and has the necessary entries.
  
  
  
  Verify Code Group:
  
  Use transaction code QS21 (Create Code Group) or QS22 (Change Code Group) to check if the code group exists and is correctly linked to the catalog.
  Ensure that the code group is active and has the necessary codes defined.
  
  
  
  Check Code Validity:
  
  Use transaction code QS23 (Display Code) to verify that the specific code exists within the code group.
  Ensure that the code is valid and active.
  
  
  
  Review Inspection Plan:
  
  If this error occurs during the inspection process, check the inspection plan associated with the inspection lot to ensure that it is correctly configured and that the catalog, code group, and codes are properly defined.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to quality management and inspection processes for additional guidance on configuring catalogs and codes.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the configurations, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, as there may be underlying issues specific to your system setup.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CL02, CL03: Class Maintenance
  QS21, QS22, QS23: Code Group and Code Management
  
  
  Quality Management Module: Familiarize yourself with the quality management processes in SAP, including inspection plans, catalogs, and code groups.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional solutions related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the error message /SPE/INSPRES029.