How To Fix 6D185 - Functional location & generated or assigned

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 6D - Real Estate Messages

• Message number: 185

• Message text: Functional location & generated or assigned

What causes this issue?

A functional location was automatically generated by the system and
assigned to the current Real Estate object.
If the functional location already existed, the system assigned it to
the Real Estate object. Depending on the Customizing settings, the data
of the functional location may also have been updated.

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 6D185 - Functional location & generated or assigned ?

  The SAP error message 6D185 typically indicates an issue related to functional locations in the SAP system. This error message usually arises when there is an attempt to create or modify a functional location that is either already generated or assigned to another object, such as a piece of equipment or a maintenance plan.
  Cause:
  
  Functional Location Already Assigned: The functional location you are trying to create or modify is already assigned to another object.
  Generated Functional Location: The functional location has been generated automatically by the system, and certain changes may not be allowed.
  Hierarchy Issues: There may be issues with the hierarchy of functional locations, where the parent or child relationships are not correctly defined.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Assignment: Verify if the functional location is already assigned to another object. You can do this by checking the assignment in the functional location master data.
  Review Functional Location Status: If the functional location is generated, check if it can be modified. Some generated functional locations may have restrictions on changes.
  Use Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like IL03 (Display Functional Location) or IL02 (Change Functional Location) to review the details of the functional location.
  Unassign or Delete: If the functional location is not needed, consider unassigning it from the current object or deleting it if it is not in use.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's guidelines for managing functional locations to ensure compliance with best practices.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Functional Location: A functional location is a hierarchical structure that represents a physical location in the plant where maintenance activities are performed.
  Master Data Management: Proper management of master data is crucial in SAP to avoid conflicts and errors.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific patches or updates related to this error message, as SAP frequently releases updates that may address known issues.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP's official support channels for further assistance.