CRM_DQAF_RUN036 - Task variant &1 is not allowed for step type &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CRM_DQAF_RUN - Data Qualitiy Administration Framework runtime

• Message number: 036

• Message text: Task variant &1 is not allowed for step type &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CRM_DQAF_RUN036 - Task variant &1 is not allowed for step type &2 ?

  The SAP error message CRM_DQAF_RUN036 indicates that a specific task variant is not allowed for a particular step type in the context of the Data Quality Framework (DQAF) in SAP Customer Relationship Management (CRM). This error typically arises when there is a mismatch between the task variant and the step type being executed in a data quality process.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Task Variant: The task variant specified in the process does not correspond to the step type being executed. This could be due to configuration issues or incorrect settings in the data quality process.
  Configuration Issues: The task variant may not be properly configured to handle the specific step type, or it may not be activated for use in the current context.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the process may not have the necessary authorizations to use the specified task variant for the given step type.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Task Variant Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the Data Quality Framework in SAP CRM.
  Verify that the task variant is correctly defined and is compatible with the step type you are trying to execute.
  
  
  
  Review Step Type:
  
  Ensure that the step type you are using is appropriate for the task variant. You may need to consult the documentation or configuration guides to understand the valid combinations.
  
  
  
  Adjust Process Settings:
  
  If you are using a custom process, review the process definition to ensure that the task variant is correctly assigned to the appropriate step type.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to execute the task variant. You may need to check the user roles and permissions in the SAP system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or support notes related to the Data Quality Framework for any specific guidelines or known issues regarding task variants and step types.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, test the process again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for monitoring and configuring the Data Quality Framework, such as CRMD_ORDER, CRMD_ORDERADM_H, or others related to data quality tasks.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support for further assistance.