How To Fix EEWMSERVICE058 - &1 is not permissible as a reference object type for notifications

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EEWMSERVICE - IS-U Work Management: Service

• Message number: 058

• Message text: &1 is not permissible as a reference object type for notifications

What causes this issue?

During creation of a notification the value &V1& was transferred as the
reference object type. This value is invalid.

System Response

How to fix this error?

Enter a valid reference object type.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EEWMSERVICE058 - &1 is not permissible as a reference object type for notifications ?

  The SAP error message EEWMSERVICE058 indicates that the specified object type is not permissible as a reference object type for notifications. This error typically arises in the context of SAP's Enterprise Asset Management (EAM) or Plant Maintenance (PM) modules, particularly when dealing with notifications related to maintenance tasks.
  Cause:
  The error can occur due to several reasons:
  
  Incorrect Object Type: The object type you are trying to use as a reference for the notification is not valid. This could be due to a mismatch between the object type and the expected types defined in the system.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings in the system may not allow the specified object type to be used for notifications. This could be due to settings in the notification type or the object type configuration.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to create or reference the specified object type in notifications.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Object Type: Verify that the object type you are trying to use is valid for the notification you are creating. Refer to the documentation or configuration settings to ensure compatibility.
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for notifications in the SAP system (transaction code SPRO).
  Navigate to the relevant section for notification types and check if the object type is allowed for the specific notification type you are using.
  Ensure that the object type is correctly defined in the system and is permissible for the intended use.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to create or modify notifications with the specified object type. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify and adjust authorizations if necessary.
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message. There may be patches or updates that resolve known issues related to this error.
  
  
  Testing: After making the necessary changes, test the notification creation process again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as IW21 (Create Notification), IW22 (Change Notification), and SPRO (Customizing).
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to notifications and object types in the EAM/PM modules for a better understanding of the configurations and permissible object types.
  Community Forums: Consider checking SAP Community forums or other user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with SAP support for further assistance.