How To Fix CCMM022 - There are several top items of equipment

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CCMM - Message Class for A&D CCM

• Message number: 022

• Message text: There are several top items of equipment

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CCMM022 - There are several top items of equipment ?

  The SAP error message CCMM022, which states "There are several top items of equipment," typically occurs in the context of SAP Plant Maintenance (PM) or SAP Customer Service (CS) when you are trying to perform an operation that involves equipment hierarchy, such as creating a maintenance order or a notification.
  Cause:
  This error arises when the system detects multiple top-level equipment items in the hierarchy for a given piece of equipment. In SAP, equipment can be structured in a hierarchy, where one piece of equipment can be a subordinate to another. If there are multiple top-level items (i.e., items that do not have a parent), the system cannot determine which one to use, leading to this error.
  Solution:
  To resolve the CCMM022 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Equipment Hierarchy:
  
  Go to the equipment master data (transaction code IE03) and check the hierarchy of the equipment in question. Ensure that there is a clear parent-child relationship and that there is only one top-level item.
  
  
  
  Identify Duplicate Top-Level Items:
  
  Use transaction code IL03 to view the functional location or equipment hierarchy. Look for any duplicate top-level items that may exist.
  
  
  
  Adjust Equipment Structure:
  
  If you find multiple top-level items, you may need to adjust the equipment structure. This could involve:
  
  Assigning one of the top-level items as a subordinate to another.
  Deleting or archiving any unnecessary top-level items.
  
  
  
  
  
  Consult with Your SAP Administrator:
  
  If you are unsure about making changes to the equipment hierarchy, consult with your SAP administrator or a functional consultant who specializes in SAP PM/CS. They can provide guidance on the best approach to resolve the issue without affecting other processes.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, test the process again to ensure that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  IE03: Display Equipment
  IL03: Display Functional Location
  IE02: Change Equipment (if you need to make changes)
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to equipment management and hierarchy to understand best practices for structuring equipment.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CCMM022 error and ensure that your equipment hierarchy is correctly structured.