How To Fix CI012 - Maintenance strategy & does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CI - Plant maintenance task list messages

• Message number: 012

• Message text: Maintenance strategy & does not exist

What causes this issue?

You entered a maintenance strategy that does not exist in the system.

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

System Response

How to fix this error?

Check the key entered. If you entered the wrong number by mistake,
overtype it with the correct value. If you do not know the correct
identifier for the maintenance strategy you want, you can use the
possible entries function to help you find it.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CI012 - Maintenance strategy & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message CI012, which states "Maintenance strategy & does not exist," typically occurs in the context of maintenance planning and management within the SAP system. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a specified maintenance strategy in the database.
  Cause:
  
  Non-Existent Maintenance Strategy: The maintenance strategy you are trying to use has not been defined in the system.
  Incorrect Input: There may be a typo or incorrect entry in the maintenance strategy field.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to view or access the maintenance strategy.
  Data Deletion: The maintenance strategy may have been deleted or archived, making it unavailable for use.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Maintenance Strategy:
  
  Go to the transaction code IP02 (Change Maintenance Plan) or IP01 (Create Maintenance Plan) and verify if the maintenance strategy exists.
  Use transaction code IP03 (Display Maintenance Plan) to check if the strategy is correctly assigned.
  
  
  
  Create or Update Maintenance Strategy:
  
  If the maintenance strategy does not exist, you can create it using transaction code IP01 or IP02.
  Ensure that the strategy is properly defined with all necessary parameters.
  
  
  
  Verify Input:
  
  Double-check the input for any typos or incorrect entries. Ensure that the maintenance strategy code is entered correctly.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and manage maintenance strategies. This may require coordination with your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to maintenance strategies for additional guidance on how to create or manage them.
  
  
  
  System Configuration:
  
  If the issue persists, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP Basis or technical team to check for any configuration issues or system inconsistencies.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as IP01, IP02, IP03, and IP10 (for maintenance strategy management).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to maintenance strategies.
  Training and Documentation: Consider reviewing SAP training materials or documentation related to Plant Maintenance (PM) and maintenance strategies for a better understanding of the process.
  
  If the problem continues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP support team for further assistance.