How To Fix ISU_UMC_ODATA071 - Cannot start Workflow via Business Partner Contact &1

ISU_UMC_ODATA071 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ISU_UMC_ODATA - Message class for the Multichannel oData services

• Message number: 071

• Message text: Cannot start Workflow via Business Partner Contact &1

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ISU_UMC_ODATA071 - Details

• The SAP error message ISU_UMC_ODATA071 indicates that there is an issue with starting a workflow via a Business Partner Contact in the SAP system. This error typically arises in the context of SAP IS-U (Industry Solution for Utilities) when trying to initiate a workflow process related to a business partner.
  
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  Missing or Incomplete Configuration: The workflow might not be properly configured in the system, or the necessary workflow templates are not activated.
  Authorization Issues: The user attempting to start the workflow may not have the necessary authorizations to execute the workflow.
  Incorrect Business Partner Data: The Business Partner (BP) data might be incomplete or incorrect, leading to issues when trying to initiate the workflow.
  Technical Issues: There could be underlying technical issues, such as problems with the OData service or connectivity issues.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Workflow Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the workflow