How To Fix /SMB/FUNCTION_SWITCH015 - Switch from old Q2P to new Q2P needs to be done

/SMB/FUNCTION_SWITCH015 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SMB/FUNCTION_SWITCH -

• Message number: 015

• Message text: Switch from old Q2P to new Q2P needs to be done

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/SMB/FUNCTION_SWITCH015 - Details

• The SAP error message /SMB/FUNCTION_SWITCH015 indicates that there is a requirement to switch from the old Q2P (Quote to Pay) process to the new Q2P process. This typically occurs in the context of SAP Business ByDesign or other SAP solutions that have undergone updates or changes in their functionality.
  
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when the system detects that the old Q2P process is still being used, but the new Q2P process is now available and recommended for use. This can happen due to:
  
  System Upgrade: After an upgrade, the system may require users to switch to the new processes to take advantage of improved features and functionalities.
  Configuration Settings: The system may still be configured to use the old Q2P process, which is no longer supported or recommended.
  Business Process Changes: Changes in business processes or compliance requirements may necessitate the switch to the new Q2P process.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you will need to