How To Fix QM174 - Partner activity could not be started

QM174 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: QM - Messages for quality notifications

• Message number: 174

• Message text: Partner activity could not be started

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QM174 - Partner activity could not be started ?

  The SAP error message QM174 ("Partner activity could not be started") typically occurs in the context of Quality Management (QM) processes when there is an issue with the integration of partner functions or activities that are supposed to be executed in a workflow. This error can arise due to various reasons, including configuration issues, missing partner profiles, or problems with the workflow setup.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Partner Profile: The partner profile for the relevant business partner may not be set up correctly or is missing.
  Incorrect Workflow Configuration: The workflow that is supposed to trigger the partner activity may not be configured properly.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to execute the partner activity.
  System 
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the system configuration that prevent the partner activity from being initiated.
  Technical Errors: There could be underlying technical issues, such as problems with the communication layer or the application server.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
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