How To Fix DIACL059 - No operation time counter defined for technical object &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DIACL - Messages for Aircraft logbook

• Message number: 059

• Message text: No operation time counter defined for technical object &1

What causes this issue?

No operation time counter exists for technical object &V1&.

System Response

Start and end of operation date/time cannot be stored in the log entry.

How to fix this error?

Define a counter for technical object &V1& with the measurement
characteristic defined for operation time counters in the Logbook
customizing.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DIACL059 - No operation time counter defined for technical object &1 ?

  The SAP error message DIACL059 indicates that there is no operation time counter defined for the specified technical object. This error typically arises in the context of maintenance management, particularly when dealing with technical objects such as equipment or functional locations in SAP PM (Plant Maintenance).
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  A technical object (like equipment or a functional location) is being processed, and the system expects an operation time counter to be defined for it.
  The operation time counter is either not set up or not linked correctly to the technical object in question.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Technical Object Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the technical object (equipment or functional location) in the SAP system.
  Verify if the operation time counter is defined. You can do this by checking the relevant master data.
  
  
  
  Define Operation Time Counter:
  
  If the operation time counter is not defined, you will need to create or assign one. This can typically be done in the following way:
  
  Go to the transaction code IE02 (Change Equipment) or IL02 (Change Functional Location).
  Enter the technical object number and select the relevant tab (e.g., "Counters").
  Add or modify the operation time counter as necessary.
  
  
  
  
  
  Check Counter Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the counter is configured correctly in the system. You can check this in the configuration settings under:
  
  SPRO ? Plant Maintenance and Customer Service ? Maintenance Processing ? Maintenance Planning ? Define Counters.
  
  
  Make sure that the counter type and its parameters are set up correctly.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and modify the technical object and its associated counters.
  
  
  
  Test the Changes:
  
  After making the necessary changes, try to perform the operation again that triggered the error to see if it has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  IE02: Change Equipment
  IL02: Change Functional Location
  IK17: Display Counter Readings
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on setting up and managing counters in SAP PM.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to this error message.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP community forums for further assistance.