How To Fix EAM_MTPLNGBKT025 - Bucket type '&1' (&2) does not allow recurrence; remove recurrence

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EAM_MTPLNGBKT - Maintenence Planning Bucket

• Message number: 025

• Message text: Bucket type '&1' (&2) does not allow recurrence; remove recurrence

What causes this issue?

You have already defined this maintenance planning bucket as a recurrent
one with a daily or weekly recurrence. On the other hand, you have
selected a maintenance bucket type that is only defined for one-time
planning buckets.
Planning buckets of the type <LS>Event-Based Maintenance</>, for
example, support you in planning and handling major maintenance events
such as a shutdown or turnaround. Therefore, maintenance planning
buckets of this type are always considered as one-time planning buckets.

System Response

The system does not allow you to assign this maintenance planning type
to the recurrent planning bucket.

How to fix this error?

Select another maintenance planning type or change the value in the
<LS>Recurrence</> field to <LS>Once</>.

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.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EAM_MTPLNGBKT025 - Bucket type '&1' (&2) does not allow recurrence; remove recurrence ?

  The SAP error message EAM_MTPLNGBKT025 indicates that there is an issue with the bucket type configuration in the context of maintenance planning. Specifically, the error states that the specified bucket type does not allow recurrence, and therefore, any recurrence settings need to be removed.
  Cause:
  
  Bucket Type Configuration: The bucket type you are trying to use is configured in such a way that it does not support recurring maintenance plans. This could be due to the nature of the bucket type, which may be intended for one-time activities only.
  Incorrect Settings: The maintenance plan or the task list associated with it may have been set up incorrectly, leading to a conflict with the bucket type's capabilities.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Bucket Type Settings:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the bucket type in SAP. You can do this by navigating to the relevant customizing transaction (usually through SPRO).
  Verify if the bucket type allows for recurrence. If it does not, you will need to either change the bucket type to one that does allow recurrence or adjust your maintenance plan to remove the recurrence setting.
  
  
  
  Remove Recurrence:
  
  If you need to keep the current bucket type, you will have to modify the maintenance plan to remove any recurrence settings. This can typically be done in the maintenance plan configuration screen.
  Ensure that the maintenance plan is set up for a one-time execution or adjust the frequency to match the capabilities of the bucket type.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the SAP documentation or help files related to maintenance planning and bucket types to understand the implications of the settings you are using.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the maintenance plan to ensure that it no longer triggers the error and behaves as expected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Bucket Types: In SAP EAM (Enterprise Asset Management), bucket types are used to categorize maintenance activities based on their frequency and nature (e.g., daily, weekly, monthly, etc.). Each bucket type has specific settings that determine how it can be used in maintenance planning.
  Maintenance Plans: These are used to schedule and manage maintenance activities for equipment and functional locations. They can be set up for single or multiple occurrences based on the business requirements.
  SAP Notes and Support: If you continue to experience issues or if the configuration seems correct, consider checking SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that your maintenance planning is set up correctly.