How To Fix IEN255 - No structure gap for material &1 under higher-level equipment &2

IEN255 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IEN -

• Message number: 255

• Message text: No structure gap for material &1 under higher-level equipment &2

Self-Explanatory Message

Since SAP believes that this specific error message is 'self-explanatory,' no more information has been given.The majority of messages in the SAP system have a message text, however this is frequently insufficient to comprehend or resolve the problem.

To make things easier, more detailed information is frequently added to describe the issue, how to fix it, and the necessary steps or configuration modifications.

Unfortunately, there isn't any extra information in this error notice.

What else can you do?

First, use our AnswerBot below to get a possible cause and solution (requires a premium subscription).

Also, review the in-depth Common Questions & Answers listed below; you could discover a solution there or be able to connect with others who have faced similar challenges.

You can also try searching the SAP support portal (support.sap.com) but you need a special user ID to access it. It is possible that an SAP support note exists that provides additional details about the mistake or even steps for fixing it.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IEN255 - No structure gap for material &1 under higher-level equipment &2 ?

  The SAP error message IEN255 "No structure gap for material &1 under higher-level equipment &2" typically occurs in the context of SAP Plant Maintenance (PM) or SAP Materials Management (MM) when there is an issue related to the assignment of materials to equipment or functional locations.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Structure Gap: The error indicates that there is no defined structure gap for the specified material under the higher-level equipment. A structure gap is a defined range of materials that can be assigned to a specific piece of equipment or functional location.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the equipment or material may not be set up correctly, leading to the inability to assign the material to the equipment.
  Hierarchy Issues: The higher-level equipment may not have the necessary hierarchy or structure defined to allow for the assignment of the material.
  Material Status: The material may be in a status that does not allow it to be