How To Fix CCMM416 - More than one equipment is installed in top functional location

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 416

• Message text: More than one equipment is installed in top functional location

What causes this issue?

More than one equipment is installed in the top functional location
(root) of the actual configuration. Therefore, it is not possible to
derive a unique access to the allowed configuration of the relevant
object.

System Response

A configuration check is not possible.

How to fix this error?

Install only one equipment in the root of a functional location
hierarchy.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CCMM416 - More than one equipment is installed in top functional location ?

  The SAP error message CCMM416 ("More than one equipment is installed in top functional location") typically occurs in the context of SAP Plant Maintenance (PM) or SAP Controlling (CO) when you are trying to assign equipment to a functional location that already has other equipment assigned to it. This situation can arise when the system is configured to allow only one piece of equipment per functional location, which is common in many business scenarios.
  Cause:
  
  Multiple Equipment Assignment: The functional location you are trying to assign equipment to already has one or more pieces of equipment assigned to it.
  Configuration Settings: The system may be configured to restrict the number of equipment that can be assigned to a single functional location.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a misunderstanding or error in the data entry process, leading to the attempt to assign multiple pieces of equipment to the same functional location.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Existing Equipment: Review the functional location in question to see which equipment is already assigned. You can do this by navigating to the functional location in the SAP system and checking the equipment list.
  Reassign Equipment: If you need to assign a new piece of equipment, consider whether you can reassign or remove an existing piece of equipment from that functional location.
  Configuration Review: If your business process requires multiple pieces of equipment at a single functional location, you may need to review the configuration settings in the SAP system. This may involve consulting with your SAP administrator or a functional consultant to adjust the settings.
  Use Alternative Functional Locations: If the business process allows, consider using different functional locations for the additional equipment instead of trying to assign them all to the same one.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Functional Locations: In SAP, functional locations are used to represent the physical locations where maintenance activities are performed. Each functional location can have one or more pieces of equipment associated with it.
  Equipment Master Data: Equipment in SAP is represented as master data, which includes details about the equipment, its specifications, and its relationship to functional locations.
  SAP Documentation: For more detailed information, refer to the SAP Help Portal or specific documentation related to Plant Maintenance and Equipment Management.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a technical consultant who can provide further assistance based on your specific system configuration and business processes.