How To Fix PLM_AUDIT_APPL027 - The selected audit component & is not a question list

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PLM_AUDIT_APPL - Audit Application

• Message number: 027

• Message text: The selected audit component & is not a question list

What causes this issue?

You have entered a question list. However, '&V1&' is not a question
list.

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 a question list. 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_APPL027 - The selected audit component & is not a question list ?

  The SAP error message PLM_AUDIT_APPL027 indicates that the selected audit component is not recognized as a question list. This error typically occurs in the context of the SAP Audit Management module, where users are trying to access or utilize an audit component that is expected to be a question list but is not configured as such.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Component Type: The selected audit component may not be set up as a question list in the system. It could be a different type of component (e.g., a report, document, or another object).
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the audit components in the system, leading to the system not recognizing the component as a question list.
  Data Entry Error: The user may have selected the wrong component or made a mistake in the selection process.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Component Type: Check the configuration of the selected audit component in the SAP system. Ensure that it is indeed set up as a question list. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration settings in the Audit Management module.
  Select the Correct Component: If the selected component is not a question list, choose a different component that is configured as a question list.
  Review Configuration Settings: If you have access, review the settings for the audit components in the system. Ensure that all necessary components are correctly configured and that the question lists are properly defined.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on how to set up and manage audit components, including question lists.
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who can provide assistance based on your specific system configuration.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Audit Management Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for Audit Management to understand how to properly configure and use audit components.
  User Forums: Consider visiting 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 identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.