How To Fix CM_EAM_TL_API021 - Material component with index &1 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: 021

• Message text: Material component with index &1 not found

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM_EAM_TL_API021 - Material component with index &1 not found ?

  The SAP error message CM_EAM_TL_API021 indicates that a material component with a specified index could not be found in the system. This error typically occurs in the context of Enterprise Asset Management (EAM) or when working with maintenance orders, where material components are associated with tasks or operations.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Index: The index specified in the error message does not correspond to any material component in the system.
  Missing Material Component: The material component may not have been created or may have been deleted.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as missing entries in the database or issues with the configuration.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to view or access the material component.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the material components may not be set up correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the Index: Verify the index number mentioned in the error message and ensure that it corresponds to a valid material component.
  Review Material Components: Go to the relevant transaction (e.g., IW32 for maintenance orders) and check the list of material components associated with the order. Ensure that the component exists.
  Create or Restore Component: If the material component is missing, you may need to create it or restore it if it was deleted.
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks or reports to identify any data inconsistencies that may be causing the issue.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the material components.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to this error message for any specific guidance or patches that may address the issue.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as IW31 (Create Order), IW32 (Change Order), and IW33 (Display Order) to manage maintenance orders and their components.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or fixes related to this error message.
  User Authorizations: Review user roles and authorizations in the system to ensure proper access to material components.
  System Logs: Check system logs for additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.