How To Fix EAM_ODATA_TECHOBJ003 - Technical object &1 has been deactivated

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EAM_ODATA_TECHOBJ - Messages relating to Technical Objects

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Technical object &1 has been deactivated

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EAM_ODATA_TECHOBJ003 - Technical object &1 has been deactivated ?

  The SAP error message EAM_ODATA_TECHOBJ003 indicates that a technical object (such as a piece of equipment, functional location, or other asset) has been deactivated in the system. This typically occurs in the context of SAP Enterprise Asset Management (EAM) or Plant Maintenance (PM) modules.
  Cause:
  
  
  Deactivation of Technical Object: The technical object referenced by the message has been marked as inactive or deactivated in the system. This can happen due to various reasons, such as:
  
  The object is no longer in use.
  The object has been replaced or retired.
  Manual deactivation by a user or through a business process.
  
  
  
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as missing or incorrect status updates.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access or perform operations on the deactivated object.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Object Status: 
  
  Navigate to the relevant transaction (e.g., IE03 for equipment, IL03 for functional locations) and check the status of the technical object. If it is indeed deactivated, you will need to determine if it should be reactivated or if it should remain inactive.
  
  
  
  Reactivate the Object:
  
  If the object needs to be reactivated, you can do so using the appropriate transaction (e.g., IE02 for equipment) to change the status back to active. Ensure that all necessary checks and validations are performed before reactivation.
  
  
  
  Review Business Processes: 
  
  If the deactivation was part of a business process (e.g., end of life for an asset), ensure that all related processes are correctly followed and that the object is not needed for ongoing operations.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations: 
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify the technical object. If not, contact your SAP security administrator to adjust the permissions.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Review any relevant documentation or guidelines within your organization regarding the management of technical objects to ensure compliance with internal processes.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or solutions related to this error message.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  IE03: Display Equipment
  IL03: Display Functional Location
  IE02: Change Equipment
  IL02: Change Functional Location
  
  
  User Manuals: Refer to user manuals or training materials for guidance on managing technical objects in SAP EAM/PM.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.