How To Fix 62732 - Maintenance order & already being used in another modern.measure

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 62 - Message Texts for Real Estate

• Message number: 732

• Message text: Maintenance order & already being used in another modern.measure

What causes this issue?

A maintenance order may only be used in the case of a modernization
measure.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Verify the order number.
Make sure that when WBS elements are assigned, the dependent
maintenance orders are also automatically assigned.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 62732 - Maintenance order & already being used in another modern.measure ?

  The SAP error message 62732, which states that a maintenance order is already being used in another measure, typically occurs in the context of maintenance management within the SAP system. This error indicates that the maintenance order you are trying to work with is currently locked or in use by another process or transaction.
  Cause:
  
  Concurrent Usage: The maintenance order is being accessed or modified by another user or transaction.
  Locking Mechanism: SAP uses a locking mechanism to prevent data inconsistencies. If a maintenance order is being processed, it cannot be accessed by another user until the first transaction is completed.
  Incomplete Transactions: If a previous transaction involving the maintenance order was not completed properly, it may still be locked.
  System Issues: Occasionally, system errors or issues can lead to locks not being released properly.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check for Active Sessions: Verify if another user is currently working on the maintenance order. You can use transaction codes like SM12 (to check for locks) or SM21 (to check system logs) to identify any active sessions.
  Wait and Retry: If another user is working on the order, you may need to wait until they complete their transaction before trying again.
  Release Locks: If you find that a lock is held unnecessarily (e.g., due to a user session that has been terminated), you may need to release the lock using transaction SM12. However, be cautious when doing this, as it may lead to data inconsistencies.
  Check for Incomplete Transactions: Ensure that there are no incomplete transactions related to the maintenance order. If there are, complete or cancel them as necessary.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, it may be necessary to contact your SAP support team or administrator for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  IW31/IW32: Create/Change Maintenance Order
  IW38: Change PM Orders
  SM12: Display and manage locks
  SM21: System log
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to access and modify the maintenance order.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to maintenance orders and locking mechanisms for a deeper understanding.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and continue working with the maintenance order in SAP.