How To Fix PLM_AUDIT007 - Define the ratings for rating profile &1 first

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 007

• Message text: Define the ratings for rating profile &1 first

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PLM_AUDIT007 - Define the ratings for rating profile &1 first ?

  The SAP error message PLM_AUDIT007 indicates that you need to define the ratings for a specific rating profile before you can proceed with certain actions in the SAP system, particularly in the context of Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) or Audit Management.
  Cause:
  This error typically occurs when:
  
  You are trying to create or modify an audit or evaluation that requires a specific rating profile.
  The rating profile you are trying to use has not been configured with the necessary ratings in the system.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to define the ratings for the specified rating profile. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the Rating Profile Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen.
  Navigate to the relevant configuration area for Audit Management or PLM. This is usually found under the following path:
  Logistics -> Product Lifecycle Management -> Audit Management -> Settings -> Define Rating Profiles
  
  
  
  
  Select the Rating Profile:
  
  Find the rating profile indicated in the error message (represented by &1).
  If you do not know the exact profile, you may need to check the documentation or consult with your system administrator.
  
  
  
  Define Ratings:
  
  Once you have selected the appropriate rating profile, you will need to define the ratings associated with it.
  Enter the necessary details such as rating descriptions, values, and any other relevant information.
  
  
  
  Save Your Changes:
  
  After defining the ratings, make sure to save your changes.
  
  
  
  Retry the Action:
  
  Go back to the action that triggered the error and try again. The error should no longer appear if the ratings have been correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Check SAP Help documentation for detailed instructions on configuring rating profiles and ratings.
  Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to rating profiles.
  Consulting with Colleagues: If you are unsure about the ratings to define, consult with colleagues or stakeholders who are familiar with the audit processes in your organization.
  Testing: After making changes, it is a good practice to test the configuration in a development or quality assurance environment before applying it to production.
  
  If you continue to experience issues after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.