How To Fix PLM_AUDIT_APPL099 - &1 cannot be changed from &2 to &3 (&4)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PLM_AUDIT_APPL - Audit Application

• Message number: 099

• Message text: &1 cannot be changed from &2 to &3 (&4)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PLM_AUDIT_APPL099 - &1 cannot be changed from &2 to &3 (&4) ?

  The SAP error message PLM_AUDIT_APPL099 typically indicates that there is an issue with changing the status or value of a specific field in the context of audit applications within the SAP PLM (Product Lifecycle Management) module. The message format suggests that the system is preventing a change from one value to another due to certain constraints or rules defined in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Status Restrictions: The field you are trying to change may have restrictions based on its current status. For example, certain fields can only be modified when the document is in a specific status.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the specified field.
  Business Rules: There may be business rules or validations in place that prevent the change from being made. This could be due to dependencies on other fields or conditions that must be met.
  Data Integrity: The system may be enforcing data integrity rules that prevent changes that could lead to inconsistencies in the data.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Current Status: Review the current status of the document or object you are trying to change. Ensure that the change you are attempting is allowed in that status.
  Review Authorizations: Verify that you have the necessary permissions to make the change. If not, contact your system administrator to request the appropriate authorizations.
  Consult Business Rules: Check if there are any specific business rules or validations that apply to the field you are trying to change. This may involve consulting with your business process owner or SAP functional consultant.
  Use Correct Procedures: Ensure that you are following the correct procedures for making changes in the system. Sometimes, changes need to be made in a specific sequence or through specific transactions.
  Error Details: The error message includes placeholders (&1, &2, &3, &4) that provide specific details about the field and the values involved. Review these details to understand the context of the error better.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional guidance.
  Documentation: Review the SAP documentation related to the PLM module and audit applications for more information on field restrictions and status management.
  Community Forums: Consider searching or posting in SAP community forums or discussion groups for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to involve your SAP support team or a consultant for further investigation.