How To Fix QC517 - Error in workflow - Object: &1 Key: &2

QC517 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: QC - QM: Certificates

• Message number: 517

• Message text: Error in workflow - Object: &1 Key: &2

What causes this issue?

There is an error for the business object certificate in procurement
&1.

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?

Inform the system administrator.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QC517 - Error in workflow - Object: &1 Key: &2 ?

  The SAP error message QC517, which states "Error in workflow - Object: &1 Key: &2," typically indicates that there is an issue with the workflow process in SAP, specifically related to a particular object and its key. This error can occur in various contexts, such as Quality Management (QM) workflows or other business processes that utilize workflows.
  
  Cause:
  
  Workflow 
  Configuration Issues: The workflow may not be properly configured, leading to errors when trying to execute it.
  Missing or Incomplete Data: The object identified by the key may not exist, or there may be missing data required for the workflow to proceed.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the workflow may not have the necessary authorizations to perform actions on the specified object.
  Technical Errors: There could be underlying technical issues, such as problems with the workflow engine or related components.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Workflow Configuration: Review the workflow configuration in transaction SWDD (Workflow Builder) to ensure that it is