How To Fix IH043 - No FunctLocation was entered in order &

IH043 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IH - structuring

• Message number: 043

• Message text: No FunctLocation was entered in order &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IH043 - No FunctLocation was entered in order & ?

  The SAP error message IH043 ("No FunctLocation was entered in order &") typically occurs in the context of maintenance orders or work orders when a functional location is required but not provided. This can happen in various modules, particularly in Plant Maintenance (PM).
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Functional Location: The most common cause is that the order does not have a functional location assigned to it. Functional locations are essential for tracking maintenance activities and costs associated with specific locations in a plant.
  Order Type Configuration: The order type may be configured in such a way that it mandates a functional location, but it is not being provided during order creation.
  User Input Error: The user may have simply forgotten to enter the functional location when creating or modifying the order.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Enter Functional Location: When creating or modifying the order, ensure that a valid functional location is entered in the appropriate field. This can usually be done