How To Fix PLM_AUDIT_CGPL204 - Superordinate audit component & has not been released

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 204

• Message text: Superordinate audit component & has not been released

What causes this issue?

You want to execute a function. A prerequisite for this function is
that the superordinate component of the current audit component has
been released. However, it has not been released.

System Response

The system will not execute the function.

How to fix this error?

Release 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_CGPL204 - Superordinate audit component & has not been released ?

  The SAP error message PLM_AUDIT_CGPL204 indicates that a superordinate audit component has not been released. This error typically occurs in the context of the SAP Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) module, particularly when dealing with audit management or compliance processes.
  Cause:
  The error arises when you attempt to perform an action (such as creating or modifying an audit) that requires a superordinate audit component to be in a released state. This means that the parent or higher-level audit component has not been finalized or approved, which is necessary for the current operation to proceed.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify the Superordinate Audit Component: Determine which audit component is considered superordinate to the one you are working on. This can usually be found in the audit hierarchy or structure.
  
  
  Check the Status: Verify the status of the superordinate audit component. You can do this by navigating to the relevant audit management transaction or report in SAP.
  
  
  Release the Superordinate Component: If the superordinate audit component is not released, you will need to release it. This typically involves:
  
  Reviewing the component to ensure all necessary information is complete.
  Following the appropriate workflow or approval process to release the component.
  
  
  
  Retry the Operation: Once the superordinate audit component is released, you can retry the operation that triggered the error.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP PLM, such as PLM_AUDIT or other related codes for managing audits.
  Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to release audit components. If you do not have the required permissions, you may need to contact your SAP administrator.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for detailed guidance on audit management processes and workflows.
  Support: If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting the SAP Community for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the PLM_AUDIT_CGPL204 error and continue with your audit management tasks in SAP.