How To Fix CM_EAM_TL_API190 - * Material components

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 190

• Message text: * Material components

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM_EAM_TL_API190 - * Material components ?

  The SAP error message CM_EAM_TL_API190 typically relates to issues with material components in the context of Enterprise Asset Management (EAM) or Plant Maintenance (PM) modules. This error can occur during various processes, such as when trying to create or modify a maintenance order, or when working with material components in a bill of materials (BOM).
  Cause:
  The error message CM_EAM_TL_API190 can be triggered by several factors, including:
  
  Missing Material Master Data: The material you are trying to use may not exist in the system or may not be properly configured.
  Incorrect Material Type: The material type may not be suitable for the operation you are trying to perform (e.g., a non-stock material being used in a stock-related process).
  Invalid Plant or Storage Location: The material may not be available in the specified plant or storage location.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or modify the material components.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the material management or EAM modules.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the CM_EAM_TL_API190 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Verify that the material exists in the system by checking the material master (transaction code MM03).
  Ensure that the material is correctly set up with the necessary views (e.g., Basic Data, Purchasing, Accounting).
  
  
  
  Validate Material Type:
  
  Ensure that the material type is appropriate for the operation you are performing. You can check this in the material master data.
  
  
  
  Check Plant and Storage Location:
  
  Confirm that the material is available in the specified plant and storage location. You can do this by checking the stock overview (transaction code MMBE).
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify the material components. This may require coordination with your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Consult Configuration:
  
  If the issue persists, consult with your SAP configuration team to review the settings related to material management and EAM.
  
  
  
  Check for Notes and Patches:
  
  Look for any SAP Notes or patches that may address this specific error. You can search the SAP Support Portal for relevant notes.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM03 (Display Material), MMBE (Stock Overview), and IW31/IW32 (Create/Change Maintenance Order).
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on material management and EAM processes.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with SAP support for further assistance.