How To Fix PLM_AUDIT_APPL301 - Object &1 cannot be used as higher-level object

PLM_AUDIT_APPL301 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PLM_AUDIT_APPL - Audit Application

• Message number: 301

• Message text: Object &1 cannot be used as higher-level object

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PLM_AUDIT_APPL301 - Object &1 cannot be used as higher-level object ?

  The SAP error message PLM_AUDIT_APPL301 indicates that the object you are trying to use cannot be utilized as a higher-level object in the context of the application you are working with. This error typically arises in the context of Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) or similar modules where object hierarchies are important.
  
  Cause:
  
  
  Object Hierarchy Violation: The object you are trying to use does not meet the criteria to be a higher-level object. This could be due to:
  
  The object not being defined correctly in the system.
  The object not having the necessary attributes or status to be considered a higher-level object.
  The object being in a state that does not allow it to be used in this context (e.g., it might be locked or inactive).
  
  
  
  Incorrect Object Type: You may be trying to use an object type that is not allowed to be a higher-level object in the specific context you are working in.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There