How To Fix EAMS_GIS013 - Functional location Category &1 is invalid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EAMS_GIS -

• Message number: 013

• Message text: Functional location Category &1 is invalid

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EAMS_GIS013 - Functional location Category &1 is invalid ?

  The SAP error message EAMS_GIS013 indicates that the functional location category specified is invalid. This error typically occurs in the context of Asset Management or Plant Maintenance modules when trying to create or modify a functional location.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Category: The functional location category you are trying to use does not exist in the system or is not defined correctly.
  Configuration Issues: The functional location category may not be properly configured in the system settings.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or modify the functional location category.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be a typographical error in the category code entered.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Functional Location Category:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP (Transaction Code: OIK1 or OIK2) and verify that the functional location category you are trying to use is defined and active.
  Ensure that the category is correctly spelled and formatted.
  
  
  
  Create or Modify Category:
  
  If the category does not exist, you may need to create it. This can typically be done in the configuration settings under the relevant module (e.g., Plant Maintenance).
  If it exists but is inactive, you may need to activate it.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Check if the user has the necessary authorizations to access the functional location category. This can be done by reviewing the user roles and authorizations in the system.
  
  
  
  Data Entry Verification:
  
  Double-check the input for any typographical errors. Ensure that the correct category code is being used.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more information on functional location categories and their configuration.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as IL01 (Create Functional Location), IL02 (Change Functional Location), and IL03 (Display Functional Location).
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to EAMS_GIS013 for any patches or updates that may address this issue.
  Configuration Guides: Review configuration guides for Plant Maintenance or Asset Management to ensure that all settings are correctly defined.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the EAMS_GIS013 error message in SAP.