How To Fix PLM_AUDIT_STATUS001 - Transaction &1 &2 is not possible for &3 &4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PLM_AUDIT_STATUS - Audit: Messages About Status Management

• Message number: 001

• Message text: Transaction &1 &2 is not possible for &3 &4

What causes this issue?

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

System Response

How to fix this error?

For the audit component &v3& &v4&, check the following:
Whether or not a system status is active that allows the business
transaction &v1& &v2&
Whether or not a system status is active that forbids the business
transaction &v1& &v2&
Whether or not a user status is active that forbids the business
transaction &v1& &v2&
Whether or not the business transaction &v1& &v2& is permitted

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PLM_AUDIT_STATUS001 - Transaction &1 &2 is not possible for &3 &4 ?

  The SAP error message PLM_AUDIT_STATUS001 typically indicates that a specific transaction (identified by &1 &2) cannot be executed for a particular object (identified by &3 &4) due to its current status. This error is often encountered in the context of Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) or Audit Management within SAP.
  Cause:
  The error usually arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Status Restrictions: The object (e.g., a document, material, or audit) is in a status that does not allow the requested transaction. For example, if the object is in a "Completed" or "Closed" status, certain actions may be restricted.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the transaction on the specified object.
  Configuration Settings: The system may be configured in such a way that certain transactions are not allowed for specific statuses.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, consider the following steps:
  
  
  Check Object Status: Review the status of the object (e.g., document, material) to determine if it is in a state that allows the desired transaction. You may need to change the status of the object if applicable.
  
  
  Review Transaction Permissions: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the transaction. This may involve checking user roles and permissions in the SAP system.
  
  
  Consult Configuration: If the status is correct and the user has the necessary permissions, consult with your SAP configuration team to review the settings related to the specific transaction and object type. There may be configuration settings that restrict certain actions based on the object's status.
  
  
  Use Alternative Transactions: If the transaction is not possible due to status restrictions, consider using alternative transactions that are allowed for the current status of the object.
  
  
  Documentation and Support: Refer to SAP documentation for more details on the specific transaction and its allowed statuses. If necessary, contact SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with the transaction codes involved in the error message to understand their purpose and restrictions.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on the status management of objects within the PLM module to minimize the occurrence of such errors.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a suitable solution.