How To Fix EAMS_BO035 - Unit missing for breakdown duration

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EAMS_BO - Business Object Layer

• Message number: 035

• Message text: Unit missing for breakdown duration

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EAMS_BO035 - Unit missing for breakdown duration ?

  The SAP error message EAMS_BO035 "Unit missing for breakdown duration" typically occurs in the context of maintenance management within the SAP system, particularly when dealing with breakdown maintenance notifications or orders. This error indicates that the system is unable to process the breakdown duration because the unit of measure (UoM) for the duration is not specified or is missing.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Unit of Measure: The most common cause of this error is that the unit of measure for the breakdown duration has not been defined in the maintenance order or notification.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration settings in the SAP system related to maintenance planning or the specific equipment or functional location.
  Data Entry Errors: Users may have inadvertently left the unit of measure field blank when creating or updating a maintenance notification or order.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check and Enter Unit of Measure:
  
  Navigate to the maintenance order or notification where the error occurred.
  Look for the field related to breakdown duration and ensure that a valid unit of measure (e.g., hours, days) is entered.
  Save the changes and try to process the order or notification again.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration Settings:
  
  If the issue persists, check the configuration settings in the SAP system for maintenance planning.
  Ensure that the units of measure are correctly defined in the system for the relevant maintenance activities.
  
  
  
  User Training:
  
  Provide training to users on how to correctly enter data in maintenance notifications and orders, emphasizing the importance of specifying units of measure.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on handling maintenance notifications and orders, as well as troubleshooting common errors.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the problem cannot be resolved through the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as IW21 (Create Notification), IW22 (Change Notification), IW31 (Create Order), and IW32 (Change Order) to navigate through the maintenance processes.
  Unit of Measure Configuration: Review the configuration settings for units of measure in the SAP system, which can typically be found in the customizing settings under Logistics > General > Material Master > Basic Settings > Units of Measure.
  Documentation: Check SAP Notes and Knowledge Base Articles (KBAs) for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  
  By addressing the missing unit of measure and ensuring proper data entry and configuration, you should be able to resolve the EAMS_BO035 error effectively.