How To Fix PLM_AUDIT_CGPL011 - Superordinate audit component & is not open

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PLM_AUDIT_CGPL - Audit: Notifs from Generic Tool with Audit Specific Text

• Message number: 011

• Message text: Superordinate audit component & is not open

What causes this issue?

You tried to delete or move an audit component. However, the
superordinate audit component &V1& is not yet open.

System Response

The requested function is not executed.

How to fix this error?

Open the superordinate audit component &V1& and execute the function
again.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PLM_AUDIT_CGPL011 - Superordinate audit component & is not open ?

  The SAP error message PLM_AUDIT_CGPL011 indicates that a superordinate audit component is not open. This error typically occurs in the context of the SAP Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) module, particularly when dealing with audit management functionalities.
  Cause:
  The error usually arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Audit Component Status: The superordinate audit component (which could be a parent audit or a related audit) is not in an open status. This means that the audit is either closed or not yet started, preventing any further actions on subordinate components.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the audit management settings that prevent the proper opening of the audit component.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or modify the audit component.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the PLM_AUDIT_CGPL011 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Audit Component Status:
  
  Navigate to the audit component in question and check its status. Ensure that the superordinate audit component is in an "Open" status.
  If it is closed, you may need to reopen it if your business process allows for that.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Verify the configuration settings for audit management in your SAP system. Ensure that all necessary settings are correctly configured to allow for the opening of audit components.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Check the user roles and authorizations. Ensure that the user attempting to access the audit component has the necessary permissions to view and modify the audit components.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on managing audit components and their statuses.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide insights specific to your system configuration or version.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Audit Management in SAP PLM: Understanding how audit management works in SAP PLM can help in troubleshooting issues related to audits.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide patches or updates that could resolve the issue.
  User Forums: Engaging with SAP community forums can provide additional insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.