How To Fix E7356 - No time slice available for installation &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: E7 - IS-U master data

• Message number: 356

• Message text: No time slice available for installation &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message E7356 - No time slice available for installation &1 ?

  The SAP error message E7356 "No time slice available for installation &1" typically occurs in the context of SAP Plant Maintenance (PM) or SAP Project System (PS) when there is an attempt to create or process a maintenance order or project that requires a time slice for a specific installation, but none is available.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Time Slice: The primary cause of this error is that there are no defined time slices for the specified installation. Time slices are used to allocate resources or costs over a specific period, and if none are defined, the system cannot proceed with the operation.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration for the installation may not be set up correctly, leading to the absence of time slices.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the installation or the time slices that have been defined.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Define Time Slices: 
  
  Go to the relevant transaction (e.g., IP10 for maintenance plans or similar) and define the necessary time slices for the installation in question.
  Ensure that the time slices cover the required periods for the operations you are trying to perform.
  
  
  
  Check Installation Configuration:
  
  Verify the configuration settings for the installation. Ensure that it is correctly set up to allow for time slices.
  Check if the installation is active and properly linked to the relevant maintenance plans or projects.
  
  
  
  Review Data Consistency:
  
  Use transaction codes like SE11 or SE16 to check the database tables related to time slices and installations for any inconsistencies.
  If necessary, run consistency checks or data correction programs provided by SAP.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help notes related to the specific module (PM or PS) for additional guidance on time slices and installations.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: 
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide specific notes or patches that address the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as IP10 (for maintenance plans), IP01 (for creating maintenance plans), or CJ20N (for project management).
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to error E7356 in the SAP Support Portal for any known issues or fixes.
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for detailed information on time slices and their configuration in the context of Plant Maintenance or Project System.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that the necessary time slices are available for the installation in question.