How To Fix CI073 - Functional location & does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CI - Plant maintenance task list messages

• Message number: 073

• Message text: Functional location & does not exist

What causes this issue?

You entered a number for a functional location that does not exist in
the system.

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?

Check your entry. If you entered the wrong number by mistake, overtype
the field with the correct number. If you do not know the correct
number, select the desired functional location using the possible
entries function.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CI073 - Functional location & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message CI073 indicates that a functional location does not exist in the system. This error typically occurs when you are trying to access or manipulate a functional location that has not been created or has been deleted from the system.
  Cause:
  
  Non-Existent Functional Location: The functional location you are trying to reference does not exist in the database.
  Incorrect Input: There may be a typo or incorrect entry in the functional location field.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to view or access the functional location.
  Data Deletion: The functional location may have been deleted or archived, making it unavailable for current transactions.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Verify Functional Location: Check the functional location you are trying to access. Ensure that it is correctly entered and exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the functional location management transaction (e.g., IL03) and searching for the functional location.
  
  
  Create Functional Location: If the functional location does not exist, you may need to create it using the transaction code IL01 (Create Functional Location).
  
  
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access the functional location. If you suspect authorization issues, contact your SAP security administrator.
  
  
  Consult with IT Support: If you believe the functional location should exist but cannot find it, consult with your IT support team or SAP Basis team to check for any data inconsistencies or issues.
  
  
  Review Change Logs: If the functional location was recently deleted or modified, check the change logs to understand what happened.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  IL01: Create Functional Location
  IL02: Change Functional Location
  IL03: Display Functional Location
  IL04: Change Functional Location (for mass changes)
  
  
  
  Functional Location Structure: Understand the hierarchy and structure of functional locations in your organization, as they may be organized in a parent-child relationship.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to functional locations and error CI073.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for more details on functional location management and troubleshooting.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CI073 error and ensure that you can access the required functional locations in your SAP system.