How To Fix EAML138 - Deleted marker &1 is used in functional location &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EAML -

• Message number: 138

• Message text: Deleted marker &1 is used in functional location &2

What causes this issue?

You have deleted marker &V1&, which is used in functional location &V2&.

System Response

How to fix this error?

If you save the changes, the marker will be deleted. If you exit the
transaction without saving your changes, the marker will still be
available.
If you want to know in which technical objects the markers are used, the
following reports are availlable:
Change Functional Location (transaction IL05)
Change Equipment (transaction IE05)
On the selection screen of these reports, you can enter the linear
reference pattern as a selection criterion.

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.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EAML138 - Deleted marker &1 is used in functional location &2 ?

  The SAP error message EAML138 indicates that a deleted marker (which is typically a status or indicator) is being referenced in a functional location. This can occur in the context of Asset Management or Plant Maintenance modules where functional locations are used to manage assets and their maintenance.
  Cause:
  The error arises when:
  
  A marker (status) that has been deleted is still being referenced in the system.
  The functional location is trying to use this deleted marker, which is no longer valid.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify the Deleted Marker: Check the specific marker that is causing the issue. The error message will provide the marker ID (&1) and the functional location ID (&2).
  
  
  Check Functional Location Settings: 
  
  Go to the functional location in question and review its settings.
  Ensure that the functional location does not reference the deleted marker.
  
  
  
  Update or Remove the Reference:
  
  If the functional location is still using the deleted marker, you will need to either update it to use a valid marker or remove the reference to the deleted marker.
  This can typically be done in the functional location's configuration or status settings.
  
  
  
  Recreate the Marker (if necessary): If the deleted marker is still needed for some reason, you may consider recreating it in the system, but this should be done with caution and understanding of the implications.
  
  
  Check for Dependencies: Ensure that there are no other dependencies or references to the deleted marker in other areas of the system that might cause similar issues.
  
  
  Consult Documentation or Support: If the issue persists, consult SAP documentation or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like IL02 (Change Functional Location) or IL03 (Display Functional Location) to access and modify functional location data.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  System Logs: Review system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that might provide more context about the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the EAML138 error and ensure that your functional locations are correctly configured without referencing deleted markers.