How To Fix EAML080 - The linear measuring point category cannot be changed to non-linear

EAML080 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EAML -

• Message number: 080

• Message text: The linear measuring point category cannot be changed to non-linear

What causes this issue?

You cannot change a measuring point category from linear to non-linear
as long as measurement documents exist in the system for the selected
measuring point.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EAML080 - The linear measuring point category cannot be changed to non-linear ?

  The SAP error message EAML080 indicates that there is an attempt to change a linear measuring point category to a non-linear category, which is not allowed in the system. This error typically arises in the context of Asset Management or Plant Maintenance modules where measuring points are used to track measurements such as distance, time, or other linear metrics.
  
  Cause:
  
  Category Restriction: The system has predefined rules that restrict changing a measuring point from a linear category (e.g., distance, volume) to a non-linear category (e.g., temperature, pressure).
  Data Integrity: The change could compromise the integrity of the data, as linear and non-linear measuring points may have different data handling and reporting requirements.
  Configuration Settings: The configuration settings in the system may not allow for such changes due to business rules or system design.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Review the Measuring Point: Check the current configuration of the measuring point. If it is set as linear, you will need to