How To Fix CM_EAM_TL_API068 - Enter a PRT key that matches the category

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 068

• Message text: Enter a PRT key that matches the category

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM_EAM_TL_API068 - Enter a PRT key that matches the category ?

  The SAP error message CM_EAM_TL_API068 typically occurs in the context of using the Plant Maintenance (PM) or Enterprise Asset Management (EAM) modules when you are trying to enter a Production Resource/Tool (PRT) key that does not match the expected category for the operation or task you are working on.
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when:
  
  The PRT key you are trying to enter does not correspond to the category defined in the system for the operation or task.
  There may be a mismatch between the PRT category and the expected category in the configuration settings.
  The PRT may not be properly defined or activated in the system.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check PRT Configuration:
  
  Go to the PRT master data and verify that the PRT you are trying to use is correctly defined and activated.
  Ensure that the PRT is assigned to the correct category that matches the operation or task you are working on.
  
  
  
  Verify Operation/Task Settings:
  
  Check the operation or task where you are trying to enter the PRT. Ensure that the expected PRT category is correctly set up in the operation/task configuration.
  If necessary, adjust the operation/task settings to match the PRT category.
  
  
  
  Use the Correct PRT Key:
  
  Make sure you are entering the correct PRT key that corresponds to the required category. You may need to consult with your team or refer to documentation to find the appropriate PRT key.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources related to PRTs and their categories to ensure you understand the requirements and configurations.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who can provide further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  PRT Master Data: This includes the configuration and management of Production Resources/Tools in SAP.
  EAM/PM Configuration: Understanding how to configure and manage operations, tasks, and their associated resources in the EAM or PM modules.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.