How To Fix /PLMU/UI_CADV007 - Original has never been checked in before; Redlining mode disabled

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PLMU/UI_CADV -

• Message number: 007

• Message text: Original has never been checked in before; Redlining mode disabled

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PLMU/UI_CADV007 - Original has never been checked in before; Redlining mode disabled ?

  The SAP error message /PLMU/UI_CADV007 Original has never been checked in before; Redlining mode disabled typically occurs in the context of SAP PLM (Product Lifecycle Management) when working with documents or CAD files. This error indicates that the original document has not been checked into the system, which is a prerequisite for enabling redlining features.
  Cause:
  
  Document Not Checked In: The original document or CAD file has not been checked into the SAP system. Redlining features require a baseline document to compare against.
  Version Control: The system may not recognize any previous versions of the document, which is necessary for redlining.
  User Permissions: The user may not have the necessary permissions to check in documents or access redlining features.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check In the Document:
  
  Ensure that the original document is checked into the SAP system. You can do this by navigating to the document management area and performing a check-in operation.
  If you are working with CAD files, ensure that the CAD integration is properly set up and that the files are being managed correctly.
  
  
  
  Verify Document Status:
  
  Check the status of the document in the system. If it is in a draft or unapproved state, it may need to be finalized before it can be checked in.
  
  
  
  User Permissions:
  
  Verify that you have the necessary permissions to check in documents and use redlining features. If not, contact your SAP administrator to adjust your permissions.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific instructions on checking in documents and using redlining features.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking in the document and verifying permissions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Redlining: This is a feature that allows users to mark up documents or CAD files to indicate changes or comments. It requires a baseline document to function properly.
  Document Management in SAP PLM: Understanding how document management works in SAP PLM can help in troubleshooting issues related to document check-in and version control.
  SAP Notes and Knowledge Base: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and enable redlining features for your documents in SAP PLM.