How To Fix PLM_AUDIT029 - You can only assign question lists to an audit

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 029

• Message text: You can only assign question lists to an audit

What causes this issue?

You tried to assign a lower-level hierarchy level to an audit (for
example, an element, a question). It is only possible to assign audit
question lists to an audit.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Select an audit question list and assign it to the audit.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PLM_AUDIT029 - You can only assign question lists to an audit ?

  The SAP error message PLM_AUDIT029 indicates that there is an issue with the assignment of question lists to an audit in the SAP system. Specifically, this error occurs when you attempt to assign a question list to an object that is not an audit.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the system is designed to allow question lists to be associated only with audit objects. If you try to assign a question list to a different type of object (such as a checklist or a different category), the system will trigger this error message.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should ensure that you are performing the assignment in the correct context. Here are the steps you can take:
  
  
  Verify Object Type: Check that you are indeed working with an audit object. Ensure that the object you are trying to assign the question list to is classified as an audit in the system.
  
  
  Correct Assignment: If you are trying to assign a question list to a non-audit object, you will need to either:
  
  Change your approach and assign the question list to a valid audit object.
  Create a new audit if necessary, and then assign the question list to that audit.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration: If you believe you are working with the correct object type, check the configuration settings in your SAP system to ensure that the audit and question list functionalities are set up correctly.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on how to manage audits and question lists within your specific version of SAP.
  
  
  Seek Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who can provide further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP PLM (Product Lifecycle Management): This module includes functionalities for managing audits, question lists, and compliance checks.
  Audit Management: Understanding the audit management process in SAP can help clarify how question lists are utilized and assigned.
  SAP Notes and Knowledge Base Articles: Check for any relevant SAP Notes or articles that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the PLM_AUDIT029 error and successfully assign question lists to the appropriate audit objects in your SAP system.