How To Fix PLM_AUDIT401 - Internal error occurred when reading audit questions

PLM_AUDIT401 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 401

• Message text: Internal error occurred when reading audit questions

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PLM_AUDIT401 - Internal error occurred when reading audit questions ?

  The SAP error message PLM_AUDIT401, which states "Internal error occurred when reading audit questions," typically indicates an issue within the SAP system related to the audit management functionality. This error can arise due to various reasons, including data inconsistencies, configuration issues, or problems with the underlying database.
  Possible Causes:
  
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be missing or corrupted data in the audit question records or related tables.
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the audit management module could lead to this error.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the audit questions.
  System Bugs: There could be a bug in the SAP version you are using that affects the audit management functionality.
  Database Issues: Problems with the database, such as locks or corruption, could also lead to this error.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Data Integrity:
  
  Verify the integrity of the audit question data in the relevant tables. Look for any missing or inconsistent entries.
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