How To Fix PLM_PTU_N006 - No indicator available

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PLM_PTU_N - Messages for PTU Message Handler

• Message number: 006

• Message text: No indicator available

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PLM_PTU_N006 - No indicator available ?

  The SAP error message PLM_PTU_N006: No indicator available typically occurs in the context of Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) when the system is unable to find a specific indicator or status that is required for processing a particular transaction or operation. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when working with product data, change management, or document management.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Configuration: The indicator that the system is looking for may not be configured in the system. This could be due to missing entries in the customizing settings.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as missing or incorrect entries in the relevant tables.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access certain indicators or statuses.
  System Upgrade or Changes: If there have been recent upgrades or changes to the system, it may have affected the availability of certain indicators.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Configuration: 
  
  Go to the relevant customizing settings in SPRO and ensure that the required indicators are properly defined and activated.
  Verify that all necessary entries are present in the relevant tables.
  
  
  
  Data Validation:
  
  Check the data related to the transaction you are trying to perform. Ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly and that there are no missing entries.
  Use transaction codes like SE11 or SE16 to inspect the relevant database tables for any inconsistencies.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the indicators. This can be checked in transaction SU53 or by consulting with your security team.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific error message. SAP Notes may provide additional insights or patches that can resolve the issue.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance. Provide them with detailed information about the error, including the transaction code and any relevant screenshots.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  SPRO: Customizing settings
  SE11: Data dictionary
  SE16: Data browser
  SU53: Authorization check
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to PLM and the specific error message for any known issues or fixes.
  User Forums: Check SAP Community forums or other user groups for discussions related to this error, as other users 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.