How To Fix CCMM186 - Structure gap created at functional location &1 &2. Save your entries

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 186

• Message text: Structure gap created at functional location &1 &2. Save your entries

What causes this issue?

It is necessary to save the created <DS:DE.CCM_HOLE>structure gap</> .

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CCMM186 - Structure gap created at functional location &1 &2. Save your entries ?

  The SAP error message CCMM186, which states "Structure gap created at functional location &1 &2. Save your entries," typically occurs in the context of SAP Plant Maintenance (PM) or SAP Controlling (CO) when there is an inconsistency in the data structure of a functional location or equipment.
  Cause:
  
  Data Structure Changes: This error often arises when there are changes in the data structure of a functional location or equipment, such as adding or removing fields or attributes.
  Inconsistent Data: If the data entered does not conform to the expected structure or if there are gaps in the data that violate the integrity of the structure.
  Custom Fields: If custom fields have been added to the functional location or equipment and the system is unable to reconcile these changes with existing data.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Data Entries: Check the entries made for the functional location or equipment. Ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly and that there are no missing or inconsistent values.
  Check Configuration: If there have been recent changes to the configuration of functional locations or equipment, review these changes to ensure they are correctly implemented.
  Use Transaction Codes: Utilize transaction codes like IL02 (Change Functional Location) or IE02 (Change Equipment) to review and correct the entries.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific version you are using, as there may be known issues or patches available.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. They may provide specific notes or patches to resolve the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Functional Locations: These are hierarchical structures in SAP that represent physical locations in a plant where maintenance activities are performed.
  Equipment: This refers to individual items that can be maintained and tracked within the SAP system.
  Data Integrity: Maintaining data integrity is crucial in SAP systems, as inconsistencies can lead to errors and issues in reporting and analysis.
  SAP Notes: Regularly check SAP Notes for updates or fixes related to this error message, as SAP frequently releases updates to address known issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the CCMM186 error message in your SAP system.