How To Fix 9J253 - Activity type &1 not defined for admin. &2/equi. type &3/doc. category &4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 9J -

• Message number: 253

• Message text: Activity type &1 not defined for admin. &2/equi. type &3/doc. category &4

What causes this issue?

There is an entry missing in table J_3GLABET for
Owner/administrator: &V2&
Equipment type : &V3&
Document category : &V4&
Activity type : &V1&

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?

Make the appropriate entry using Customizing

<DS:SIMG.J_3G_LEIVEREQUI>Execute function</>
ENDIF

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 9J253 - Activity type &1 not defined for admin. &2/equi. type &3/doc. category &4 ?

  The SAP error message 9J253 indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of activity types in relation to the administrative object (like a work center or equipment) and the document category. This error typically arises in the context of maintenance planning and execution, particularly when trying to assign or use an activity type that has not been defined for the specified combination of administrative object and document category.
  Cause:
  The error can occur due to several reasons:
  
  Missing Configuration: The activity type you are trying to use has not been defined for the specific combination of administrative object (e.g., work center or equipment) and document category (e.g., maintenance order, notification).
  Incorrect Assignment: The activity type may not be correctly assigned to the relevant administrative object or document category in the configuration settings.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a typo or incorrect entry in the transaction where the error is triggered.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Activity Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP (Transaction SPRO).
  Navigate to Plant Maintenance > Maintenance and Service Processing > Maintenance Planning > Define Activity Types.
  Ensure that the activity type in question is defined for the specific administrative object and document category.
  
  
  
  Assign Activity Type:
  
  If the activity type is not assigned, you will need to create or modify the assignment.
  Ensure that the activity type is linked to the correct work center or equipment type and that it is valid for the document category you are working with.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the master data for the equipment or work center to ensure that it is correctly set up and that all necessary fields are filled out.
  Verify that the document category is appropriate for the activity type being used.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for any specific notes related to the error message 9J253, as there may be additional context or updates that could assist in resolving the issue.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the transaction again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like IW31 (Create Maintenance Order), IW32 (Change Maintenance Order), or IW28 (Display Maintenance Order) to replicate the error and test the solution.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance on configuration.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify the relevant configurations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.