How To Fix CI071 - No assembly structure exists for equipment $

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CI - Plant maintenance task list messages

• Message number: 071

• Message text: No assembly structure exists for equipment $

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CI071 - No assembly structure exists for equipment $ ?

  The SAP error message CI071 "No assembly structure exists for equipment $" typically occurs when you are trying to access or manipulate an equipment record that does not have an associated assembly structure defined in the system. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when you are trying to create a maintenance order, perform a technical object assignment, or access equipment details.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Assembly Structure: The primary cause of this error is that the equipment in question does not have an assembly structure defined in the system. An assembly structure is necessary for certain operations, especially in the context of maintenance and production planning.
  Incorrect Equipment Number: The equipment number you are trying to access may be incorrect or does not exist in the system.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the equipment, such as missing or incomplete records in the relevant tables.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Equipment Master Data:
  
  Go to the equipment master data (transaction code IE03) and verify if the equipment number exists and is active.
  Ensure that the assembly structure is defined for the equipment. You can check this in the "Structure" tab of the equipment master record.
  
  
  
  Create or Update Assembly Structure:
  
  If the assembly structure is missing, you may need to create it. This can typically be done using transaction code IA01 (Create Assembly) or IA02 (Change Assembly).
  Ensure that all necessary components and relationships are defined in the assembly structure.
  
  
  
  Verify Configuration:
  
  Check if the configuration settings for the equipment are correct. This includes ensuring that the equipment type is set up to allow for assembly structures.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to equipment and assembly structures for additional guidance on how to set them up correctly.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view or modify the equipment and its assembly structure.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or SAP directly for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  IE03: Display Equipment
  IA01: Create Assembly
  IA02: Change Assembly
  IA03: Display Assembly
  
  
  Tables:
  
  EQUI: Equipment Master Data
  STPO: BOM Item
  STPOZ: BOM Item (Structure)
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check 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 CI071 error and ensure that the necessary assembly structure is in place for the equipment in question.