How To Fix PLM_AUDIT_APPL022 - The selected audit component & is not an audit

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PLM_AUDIT_APPL - Audit Application

• Message number: 022

• Message text: The selected audit component & is not an audit

What causes this issue?

You have entered an audit. However, '&V1&' is not 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?

Enter an audit. If necessary, use the field-related input help.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PLM_AUDIT_APPL022 - The selected audit component & is not an audit ?

  The SAP error message PLM_AUDIT_APPL022 indicates that the selected audit component is not recognized as a valid audit within the system. This error typically arises in the context of SAP's Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) module, particularly when dealing with audit management functionalities.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Component Selection: The component you are trying to select may not be configured as an audit component in the system.
  Missing Configuration: The audit component may not have been properly set up in the system, or it may not be assigned the correct status to be recognized as an audit.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or view the selected audit component.
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be inconsistencies or corruption in the data related to the audit components.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Verify Component Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration of the audit component in the system. Ensure that it is set up correctly as an audit component.
  Use transaction codes like SPRO to navigate to the relevant configuration settings in the PLM module.
  
  
  
  Check Audit Component Status:
  
  Ensure that the audit component is active and has been properly defined in the system. You may need to consult with your SAP administrator or the person responsible for PLM configurations.
  
  
  
  Review User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user encountering the error has the necessary authorizations to access the audit component. This can be checked in the user roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run data consistency checks to identify any issues with the audit component data. This may involve using specific SAP tools or reports designed for data integrity checks.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on audit components and their configurations.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide insights specific to your system configuration or version.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PLM_AUDIT for audit management and SPRO for configuration.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to PLM audit components that may address known issues or provide patches.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the error message PLM_AUDIT_APPL022 effectively.