How To Fix CI501 - Material not used in maintenance task lists

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CI - Plant maintenance task list messages

• Message number: 501

• Message text: Material not used in maintenance task lists

What causes this issue?

You have specified a material that is not used in any
<DS:GLOS.3526C2E2AFAB52B9E10000009B38F974>maintenance task list</>. The
search run was ended unsuccessfully.
Ensure that the system only finds free material assignments and
assembly components. Multi-level bills of material are not expanded at
present.

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CI501 - Material not used in maintenance task lists ?

  The SAP error message CI501, which states "Material not used in maintenance task lists," typically occurs when you are trying to assign a material to a maintenance task list, but the system cannot find any reference to that material in the relevant task lists. This can happen for various reasons, and understanding the cause and finding a solution is essential for resolving the issue.
  Causes of CI501 Error
  
  Material Not Assigned: The material you are trying to use has not been assigned to any maintenance task list.
  Incorrect Task List Type: The material may not be relevant for the type of maintenance task list you are working with.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as missing links between the material and the task list.
  Authorization Issues: You may not have the necessary authorizations to view or use the material in the task list.
  Material Status: The material may be in a status that prevents it from being used in maintenance activities.
  
  Solutions to CI501 Error
  
  
  Check Material Assignment:
  
  Verify if the material is indeed assigned to the relevant maintenance task list. You can do this by navigating to the task list in SAP and checking the components section.
  
  
  
  Create or Update Task List:
  
  If the material is not assigned, you may need to create a new maintenance task list or update an existing one to include the material.
  
  
  
  Review Task List Type:
  
  Ensure that you are using the correct type of maintenance task list that is compatible with the material.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Perform a data consistency check to ensure that all necessary links between the material and the task list are correctly established.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Confirm that you have the necessary authorizations to access and use the material in the maintenance task list. If not, contact your SAP administrator.
  
  
  
  Material Status Review:
  
  Check the status of the material in the system. If it is inactive or blocked, you may need to change its status to make it usable.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like IA01 (Create Maintenance Task List), IA02 (Change Maintenance Task List), and IA03 (Display Maintenance Task List) to manage task lists.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for detailed information on maintenance task lists and material management.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the CI501 error and implement the appropriate solution. If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.