How To Fix PLM_AUDIT_CGPL015 - Person responsible & does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 015

• Message text: Person responsible & does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PLM_AUDIT_CGPL015 - Person responsible & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message PLM_AUDIT_CGPL015 typically indicates that there is an issue with the assignment of a person responsible in the context of a PLM (Product Lifecycle Management) audit. The error suggests that the system cannot find the specified person responsible, which may be due to various reasons such as incorrect data entry, missing master data, or configuration issues.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Master Data: The person responsible may not be defined in the system. This could be due to the user not being created in the SAP system or not being assigned the necessary roles.
  Incorrect User ID: The user ID or personnel number entered may be incorrect or misspelled.
  Inactive User: The user may exist but is inactive or locked in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to be assigned as a person responsible.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the person responsible in the relevant tables.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Master Data:
  
  Go to transaction code SU01 to check if the user exists in the system.
  Ensure that the user is active and has the necessary roles assigned.
  
  
  
  Verify User ID:
  
  Double-check the user ID or personnel number entered in the relevant transaction or document to ensure it is correct.
  
  
  
  Assign a Valid User:
  
  If the user does not exist, create a new user in the system or assign an existing valid user as the person responsible.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to be assigned as a person responsible in the PLM context.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run consistency checks on the relevant data to ensure there are no discrepancies. This may involve checking related tables or using specific SAP reports.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on the specific context of the error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SU01 (User Maintenance), PFCG (Role Maintenance), and any PLM-specific transactions that may be relevant.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any notes related to this error message, as there may be patches or updates that address known issues.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP experts for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the PLM_AUDIT_CGPL015 error message.