How To Fix PLM_AUDIT_STATUS004 - No status profile selected

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 004

• Message text: No status profile selected

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PLM_AUDIT_STATUS004 - No status profile selected ?

  The SAP error message PLM_AUDIT_STATUS004 indicates that no status profile has been selected for the audit process. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) when you are trying to perform an action that requires a status profile, but none has been defined or selected.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Status Profile: The most common cause is that the status profile has not been assigned to the audit or the relevant object.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the system where the status profiles are not properly set up or linked to the relevant audit processes.
  User Input Error: The user may have overlooked selecting a status profile when initiating the audit process.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Select a Status Profile:
  
  When you encounter this error, check the screen where you are initiating the audit. Look for a field to select or enter a status profile. Ensure that you select an appropriate status profile that has been configured in the system.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  If you are an administrator or have access to configuration settings, navigate to the relevant configuration area in SAP PLM to ensure that status profiles are defined and linked to the audit process.
  You can check the status profiles in the customizing settings (transaction code SPRO) under the relevant PLM settings.
  
  
  
  Create or Modify Status Profiles:
  
  If no suitable status profile exists, you may need to create a new one or modify an existing one. This can typically be done in the customizing settings under the status management section.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on how to set up and manage status profiles in PLM.
  
  
  
  User Training:
  
  Ensure that users are trained on the importance of selecting a status profile and how to do it correctly to avoid this error in the future.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO for configuration, PLM_AUDIT for audit management, and others that may be relevant to your specific SAP environment.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional troubleshooting steps or patches that may address the issue.
  Support: If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the PLM_AUDIT_STATUS004 error and successfully proceed with your audit processes in SAP.