How To Fix PLM_AUDIT002 - Create audit type &1 first

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PLM_AUDIT - PLM Audit Management: Audit Specific Messages

• Message number: 002

• Message text: Create audit type &1 first

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PLM_AUDIT002 - Create audit type &1 first ?

  The SAP error message PLM_AUDIT002 indicates that you are trying to create an audit or perform an action related to an audit type that has not yet been defined in the system. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP's Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) module, specifically when dealing with audit management.
  Cause:
  The error occurs because the audit type you are trying to use has not been created or configured in the system. Audit types are essential for categorizing different types of audits, and without defining them, the system cannot proceed with the requested operation.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to create the required audit type. Here are the steps to do so:
  
  
  Access the Audit Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen.
  Navigate to the following path: 
  Logistics -> Product Lifecycle Management -> Audit Management -> Master Data -> Audit Type
  
  Alternatively, you can use transaction code PLM_AUDIT_TYPE to directly access the audit type configuration.
  
  
  
  Create a New Audit Type:
  
  In the audit type configuration screen, you can create a new audit type by clicking on the "Create" button.
  Fill in the necessary details such as the audit type code, description, and any other relevant information.
  
  
  
  Save the Configuration:
  
  After entering the required information, save your changes.
  
  
  
  Retry the Operation:
  
  Once the audit type has been created, you can retry the operation that previously resulted in the error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to create or modify audit types in the system.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more detailed information on configuring audit types and their significance in the audit management process.
  Customizing: If your organization has specific requirements for audit types, you may need to consult with your SAP administrator or a functional consultant to ensure that the audit types align with your business processes.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the PLM_AUDIT002 error and successfully create or manage audits in SAP.