How To Fix PLM_AUDIT_CGPL205 - Superordinate audit component & has already been completed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 205

• Message text: Superordinate audit component & has already been completed

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 not
been completed. However, it is completed.

System Response

The system will not execute the function.

How to fix this error?

Reset the status "completed" for the superordinate audit component &V1&
and execute the function again.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PLM_AUDIT_CGPL205 - Superordinate audit component & has already been completed ?

  The SAP error message PLM_AUDIT_CGPL205 indicates that there is an issue related to the audit component in the Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) module. Specifically, the message states that a superordinate audit component has already been completed, which means that the system is trying to process an audit that is dependent on another audit that has already been finalized.
  Cause:
  
  Audit Dependency: The error typically arises when there is a hierarchical relationship between audits, and the system is attempting to process a subordinate audit while the superordinate audit has already been marked as completed.
  Incorrect Sequence: The audits may not have been executed in the correct sequence, leading to this error.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the audit management module that are not set up correctly, causing the system to misinterpret the status of the audits.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Audit Status: Review the status of the superordinate audit component. Ensure that it is indeed completed and that the subordinate audit is supposed to be processed afterward.
  Correct Sequence: If the audits are not in the correct sequence, you may need to adjust the order in which they are processed. Ensure that all prerequisite audits are completed before starting the subordinate audit.
  Review Dependencies: Check the dependencies between the audits. If the subordinate audit should not be processed until the superordinate audit is fully completed, ensure that this is reflected in the system.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on managing audits in PLM. This may provide insights into how to handle audit dependencies correctly.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. They can provide more detailed troubleshooting based on your specific system configuration and version.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Audit Management in PLM: Understanding how audits are structured and managed within SAP PLM can help in troubleshooting issues related to audit dependencies.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide updates and patches that could resolve the issue.
  User Forums and Communities: Engaging with SAP user communities or forums can provide insights from other users who may have encountered and resolved similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.