How To Fix MQ173 - Current Hot Package &1 does not match your active package &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MQ - Messages for Euro Changeover Package

• Message number: 173

• Message text: Current Hot Package &1 does not match your active package &2

What causes this issue?

You want to start programs from a particular phase of your active
package.
However, this package was created under an old Hot Package.
More recent Hot Packages have been imported in the meantime so that an
error-free changeover using the active package cannot be guaranteed.

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?

Cancel the changeover using this package and create a new one. Then
start the local currency changeover from the beginning.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MQ173 - Current Hot Package &1 does not match your active package &2 ?

  The SAP error message MQ173, which states "Current Hot Package &1 does not match your active package &2," typically occurs in the context of SAP's transport management system or when dealing with software updates and package management. This error indicates a mismatch between the hot package that is currently being processed and the active package that is installed in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Version Mismatch: The hot package you are trying to apply or work with is not compatible with the currently active package in your SAP system.
  Transport Issues: There may be issues with the transport requests or the way packages have been imported into the system.
  System Configuration: The system may not be properly configured to handle the hot package you are trying to apply.
  Incorrect Package Activation: The active package may not have been activated correctly, or there may be a need to refresh the package status.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Package Versions: Verify the versions of the hot package and the active package. Ensure that they are compatible and that you are using the correct versions.
  Update Active Package: If the hot package is intended to be used, you may need to update or activate the active package to match the hot package.
  Transport Management: Review the transport requests and ensure that all necessary transports have been imported correctly. You may need to re-import or adjust the transport settings.
  System Restart: In some cases, restarting the SAP system can help resolve temporary inconsistencies.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP notes or documentation related to the specific hot package and active package you are working with for any additional steps or requirements.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if this is a production environment.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide guidance on package management.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  System Logs: Review system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the MQ173 error in your SAP system.