How To Fix QAM185 - Default partner &1 replaced by &2 for activity template &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: QAM - General Message Class for Quality Issue Management

• Message number: 185

• Message text: Default partner &1 replaced by &2 for activity template &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QAM185 - Default partner &1 replaced by &2 for activity template &3 ?

  The SAP error message QAM185 indicates that there is an issue with the default partner assignment in the context of an activity template. This message typically arises in the Quality Management (QM) module when the system is trying to assign a partner (such as a person or organization) to a specific activity, but the default partner defined in the system is not valid or cannot be used for that activity.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Default Partner: The default partner specified in the activity template is either not defined or is inactive.
  Partner Function Mismatch: The partner function expected by the activity template does not match the partner function of the default partner.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the partner determination settings or in the activity template itself.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Partner Configuration:
  
  Go to the partner determination settings in the SAP system and verify that the default partner is correctly defined and active.
  Ensure that the partner function assigned to the default partner is appropriate for the activity template.
  
  
  
  Update Activity Template:
  
  Review the activity template (transaction code: QAT1 for creating or QAT2 for changing) and check the partner assignments.
  If necessary, update the default partner in the activity template to a valid one.
  
  
  
  Review Partner Roles:
  
  Ensure that the partner roles and functions are correctly set up in the system. You can check this in the customizing settings under the relevant module.
  
  
  
  Test Changes:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the activity template to ensure that the error message no longer appears and that the correct partner is assigned.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  QAT1 - Create Activity Template
  QAT2 - Change Activity Template
  SPRO - Access to the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide for partner determination settings.
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for Quality Management and partner determination for more detailed information on how to configure partners and activity templates.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message or provide additional guidance.
  
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP community forums for further assistance.