How To Fix E7016 - Functional location &1 (IS type &2) is not a connection obj. (IS type &3)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: E7 - IS-U master data

• Message number: 016

• Message text: Functional location &1 (IS type &2) is not a connection obj. (IS type &3)

What causes this issue?

Functional location &V1& was read. The functional location exists, but
it is not a connection object (industry solution type &V3&).

System Response

The operation was terminated.

How to fix this error?

Select the connection object you require by choosing <LS>Environment ->
Find connection object</>.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message E7016 - Functional location &1 (IS type &2) is not a connection obj. (IS type &3) ?

  The SAP error message E7016 indicates that there is a mismatch in the expected object types for a functional location in the context of a connection object. This error typically arises in the SAP Plant Maintenance (PM) or SAP Enterprise Asset Management (EAM) modules when dealing with functional locations and their relationships to other objects, such as equipment or connections.
  Cause:
  The error message E7016 is triggered when:
  
  You are trying to perform an operation (like creating or modifying a connection) on a functional location that is not defined as a connection object.
  The functional location is of a certain IS (Information System) type that does not allow it to be treated as a connection object.
  There is a mismatch between the expected IS type of the functional location and the type of connection object you are trying to associate with it.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Functional Location Type:
  
  Verify the IS type of the functional location in question. You can do this by navigating to the functional location in the SAP system and checking its attributes.
  Ensure that the functional location is defined correctly and is intended to be used as a connection object.
  
  
  
  Review Connection Object Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings for connection objects in your SAP system. Ensure that the functional location is set up to allow connections if that is the intended use.
  If necessary, consult with your SAP configuration team to ensure that the functional location is correctly categorized.
  
  
  
  Correct Object Relationships:
  
  If the functional location is not supposed to be a connection object, ensure that you are using the correct functional location or object type for the operation you are trying to perform.
  If you need to create a connection, make sure you are using a functional location that is defined as a connection object.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources related to functional locations and connection objects to understand the requirements and limitations.
  
  
  
  Check for Customizations:
  
  If your organization has custom developments or enhancements, check if any custom logic is affecting the behavior of functional locations and connection objects.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like IL03 (Display Functional Location) or IL02 (Change Functional Location) to view and modify functional location details.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP experts who can provide more tailored assistance based on your system configuration.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.