How To Fix PLM_AUDIT_APPL032 - The status management does not allow the function "&1" to be executed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PLM_AUDIT_APPL - Audit Application

• Message number: 032

• Message text: The status management does not allow the function "&1" to be executed

What causes this issue?

You executed the function "&V1&" with regard to a question list/an
element of a question list (for example, element, question). However,
the status of the question list does not allow this function. This
function can only be executed for the status "Being Created" and "Being
Processed".
&NOTE&
The same restriction applies for audit question lists/elements of an
audit question list. In these cases, the status of the audit is
checked.

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PLM_AUDIT_APPL032 - The status management does not allow the function "&1" to be executed ?

  The SAP error message PLM_AUDIT_APPL032 indicates that the status management settings for a particular object do not permit the execution of a specific function. This error typically arises in the context of Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) or similar applications where status management is crucial for controlling the workflow and actions that can be performed on objects.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  The object (e.g., a document, change request, or other PLM-related item) is in a status that does not allow the requested action (function) to be executed.
  The status management configuration for the object does not include the necessary permissions or transitions for the action you are trying to perform.
  The user may not have the required authorizations to perform the action in the current status of the object.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Object Status:
  
  Review the current status of the object you are trying to work with. Ensure that the status allows the function you are attempting to execute.
  
  
  
  Review Status Management Configuration:
  
  Go to the status management settings in the relevant configuration area (e.g., transaction codes like CST1, CST2, or similar depending on your SAP version).
  Verify the status transitions and ensure that the status you are in allows the function you are trying to execute.
  
  
  
  Change Object Status:
  
  If the current status does not allow the function, you may need to change the status of the object to one that does. This may involve completing previous steps in the workflow or obtaining the necessary approvals.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the action in the current status. This may involve checking roles and permissions assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on status management and the functions associated with different statuses.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Status Management: This is a key feature in SAP PLM that controls the workflow and actions that can be performed on objects based on their current status.
  Authorization Checks: SAP has a robust authorization framework that may restrict actions based on user roles and object statuses.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for managing statuses and workflows in your specific SAP environment.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.