How To Fix PLM_AUDIT_STATUS011 - Corrective/preventive action &1 was set in process

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 011

• Message text: Corrective/preventive action &1 was set in process

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PLM_AUDIT_STATUS011 - Corrective/preventive action &1 was set in process ?

  The SAP error message PLM_AUDIT_STATUS011 indicates that a corrective or preventive action (CAPA) is currently in process and cannot be modified or deleted until the process is completed. This message is typically encountered in the context of Quality Management (QM) or Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) modules within SAP.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when a user attempts to perform an action (such as editing, deleting, or changing the status) on a corrective or preventive action that is already in progress. This could happen due to:
  
  The action being actively worked on by another user or process.
  The action being locked due to workflow processes or approvals that are pending.
  The user lacking the necessary permissions to modify the action.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Status: Verify the current status of the corrective or preventive action. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction or report in SAP that displays the status of CAPA.
  
  
  Complete the Process: If the action is indeed in process, you will need to complete the necessary steps or workflows associated with it. This may involve:
  
  Completing any required documentation.
  Approving or rejecting pending tasks.
  Finalizing any related activities.
  
  
  
  Consult with Team Members: If you are not the only user working on the CAPA, check with your colleagues to see if someone else is currently processing it. Coordination may be necessary to avoid conflicts.
  
  
  Permissions Check: Ensure that you have the appropriate permissions to modify the CAPA. If you do not have the necessary access rights, contact your SAP administrator or the relevant department to request the required permissions.
  
  
  Review Workflow: If the CAPA is part of a workflow, check the workflow status to see if there are any bottlenecks or issues that need to be addressed.
  
  
  SAP Notes and Documentation: If the issue persists, consult SAP Notes or documentation related to the specific error message. There may be additional guidance or patches available from SAP.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CVE1 (Create Corrective Action), CVE2 (Change Corrective Action), and CVE3 (Display Corrective Action) to manage CAPAs effectively.
  User Roles: Understand the roles and responsibilities of users involved in the CAPA process to ensure smooth collaboration.
  Training: Consider training sessions or resources on SAP PLM/QM processes to better understand how to manage corrective and preventive actions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the error message and proceed with your work on corrective and preventive actions in SAP.