How To Fix EAML290 - Linear data exists for the object link; use transaction IN22 for editing

EAML290 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EAML -

• Message number: 290

• Message text: Linear data exists for the object link; use transaction IN22 for editing

What causes this issue?

You are trying to edit an object link for which linear data has already
been created.

System Response

Although you can edit the object link in this transaction, you cannot
access its linear data.

How to fix this error?

Edit this object link in transaction IN22, where you can also display
and change the linear data assigned to it.

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 EAML290 - Linear data exists for the object link; use transaction IN22 for editing ?

  The SAP error message EAML290 indicates that there is linear data associated with an object link in the Asset Management module, and it suggests using transaction IN22 to edit the linear data. This error typically arises when you are trying to perform an operation on an asset or a related object that has linear data (such as depreciation or other linear calculations) that needs to be addressed before proceeding.
  
  Cause:
  
  Linear Data Exists: The primary cause of this error is that there is existing linear data for the asset or object link you are trying to modify or delete. This data could include depreciation calculations, maintenance plans, or other linear-related information.
  Transaction Restrictions: Certain transactions in SAP require that all related linear data be cleared or properly managed before changes can be made to the asset or object.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Use Transaction IN22: 
  
  Go to transaction IN22 in SAP. This transaction is used to display and