How To Fix PLM_AUDIT_APPL091 - Audit &1 cannot be deleted (&2)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PLM_AUDIT_APPL - Audit Application

• Message number: 091

• Message text: Audit &1 cannot be deleted (&2)

What causes this issue?

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

System Response

How to fix this error?

Check if the audit status does not allow deletion and if the audit is
being processed by another user.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PLM_AUDIT_APPL091 - Audit &1 cannot be deleted (&2) ?

  The SAP error message PLM_AUDIT_APPL091 indicates that an audit (identified by &1) cannot be deleted due to certain constraints or conditions. The message typically includes a second parameter (&2) that provides additional context or details about why the deletion is not permitted.
  Causes:
  
  Audit Status: The audit may be in a status that does not allow deletion. For example, if the audit is already completed or has been finalized, it may be locked for deletion.
  Dependencies: There may be other objects or records that depend on the audit, preventing its deletion. This could include linked documents, reports, or other audits.
  Authorization Issues: The user attempting to delete the audit may not have the necessary permissions to perform this action.
  System Configuration: Certain configurations in the SAP system may restrict the deletion of audits based on business rules or compliance requirements.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Audit Status: Review the status of the audit. If it is in a completed or finalized state, you may need to reverse or unfinalize it before deletion.
  Review Dependencies: Investigate any dependencies that may be preventing deletion. This may involve checking linked documents or related audits.
  User Authorization: Ensure that the user has the appropriate authorizations to delete the audit. This may require coordination with your SAP security team.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on deleting audits in your version of SAP PLM.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if the error message does not provide clear guidance on how to resolve the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP PLM that pertain to audits, such as transaction codes for viewing or managing audits.
  Audit Management: Understand the overall audit management process in SAP PLM, including how audits are created, managed, and deleted.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as they may provide patches or updates that address known issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.