How To Fix CF168 - Measuring point & cannot be used

CF168 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CF - PRT management messages

• Message number: 168

• Message text: Measuring point & cannot be used

What causes this issue?

The <DS:GLOS.3526C2F8AFAB52B9E10000009B38F974>measuring point</> &V1&
cannot be used because it is not assigned to the technical object of the
operation or to a technical object in the hierarchy below the technical
object.

System Response

The system will not accept the entry.

How to fix this error?

Choose a measuring point that is assigned to the technical object of the
operation or to a technical object below this technical object.

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 CF168 - Measuring point & cannot be used ?

  The SAP error message CF168 "Measuring point & cannot be used" typically occurs in the context of SAP's Plant Maintenance (PM) or Controlling (CO) modules when there is an issue with a measuring point that is being referenced in a transaction or process. Here are some common causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Inactive Measuring Point: The measuring point may be inactive or not properly set up in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The measuring point may not be configured correctly in the system, leading to its unavailability.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or use the measuring point.
  Deleted or Inactive Object: The measuring point may have been deleted or marked as inactive in the system.
  Incorrect Usage: The measuring point may not be applicable for the specific transaction or process being executed.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Measuring Point Status:
  
  Go to the measuring point master data (transaction code IL03 or IL02)