How To Fix QM703 - Status profile for notifications is not allowed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: QM - Messages for quality notifications

• Message number: 703

• Message text: Status profile for notifications is not allowed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QM703 - Status profile for notifications is not allowed ?

  The SAP error message QM703, which states "Status profile for notifications is not allowed," typically occurs in the Quality Management (QM) module when there is an issue with the status profile assigned to a notification. This error can arise due to several reasons, and understanding the cause and potential solutions can help resolve the issue.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Status Profile Assignment: The status profile assigned to the notification type may not be valid or allowed for the specific notification you are trying to create or process.
  Configuration Issues: The status profile may not be properly configured in the system, or it may not be linked to the notification type you are using.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to use the specified status profile.
  Notification Type Restrictions: Certain notification types may have restrictions on which status profiles can be used.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Status Profile Assignment:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the notification type in transaction code SPRO.
  Navigate to Quality Management > Quality Notifications > Define Status Profiles.
  Ensure that the status profile assigned to the notification type is valid and correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Review Notification Type Configuration:
  
  In the same configuration area, check the settings for the specific notification type you are working with.
  Ensure that the status profile is allowed for that notification type.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and use the status profile.
  You can check user roles and authorizations in transaction code SU53 or PFCG.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to Quality Management and notifications to understand any specific requirements or restrictions regarding status profiles.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  If changes are made to the configuration, test the creation or processing of the notification again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue cannot be resolved through the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, especially if it appears to be a system-specific issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as QM01 (Create Quality Notification), QM02 (Change Quality Notification), and SPRO (SAP Reference IMG).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on this error message.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the QM703 error and implement a solution to resolve it.