How To Fix CM_EAM_TL_API020 - Material component for the task list with &1 &2 &3 not found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CM_EAM_TL_API - Message class for eam task list API

• Message number: 020

• Message text: Material component for the task list with &1 &2 &3 not found

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM_EAM_TL_API020 - Material component for the task list with &1 &2 &3 not found ?

  The SAP error message CM_EAM_TL_API020 indicates that a material component for a task list is not found. This error typically occurs in the context of maintenance planning and execution, particularly when working with task lists in the Enterprise Asset Management (EAM) module.
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  Missing Material Master Data: The material component specified in the task list does not exist in the material master.
  Incorrect Task List Configuration: The task list may reference a material that is not correctly configured or has been deleted.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as incorrect references or missing entries in related tables.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the material component.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Material Master:
  
  Verify that the material component referenced in the task list exists in the material master. You can do this by using transaction code MM03 to display the material and check its status.
  
  
  
  Review Task List:
  
  Use transaction code IA02 (Change Task List) to review the task list and ensure that all material components are correctly defined and exist in the system.
  
  
  
  Check for Deletions:
  
  If the material was recently deleted, you may need to restore it or update the task list to remove the reference to the deleted material.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run consistency checks or reports to identify any inconsistencies in the task list or related data. You can use transaction codes like SE16 to check relevant database tables.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the material components. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify this.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific error message for any additional guidance or known issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  MM03: Display Material
  IA02: Change Task List
  SE16: Data Browser
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any updates or patches related to this error message.
  Support: If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the CM_EAM_TL_API020 error message in SAP.