How To Fix IH132 - Superior node is deactivated

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IH - structuring

• Message number: 132

• Message text: Superior node is deactivated

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IH132 - Superior node is deactivated ?

  The SAP error message IH132, which states "Superior node is deactivated," typically occurs in the context of SAP Plant Maintenance (PM) or SAP Project System (PS) when you are trying to create or modify a maintenance order, project, or other hierarchical structures that rely on a superior node (such as a functional location, equipment, or project) that has been deactivated.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by attempting to perform an operation on a subordinate object (like a maintenance order or a task) that is linked to a superior object (like a functional location or project) that is currently deactivated. This means that the superior node is not available for processing, which prevents any operations on its subordinate nodes.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Status of the Superior Node:
  
  Navigate to the superior node (e.g., functional location, equipment, or project) in the relevant transaction (like IL03 for functional locations or IE03 for equipment).
  Check the status of the superior node to confirm that it is indeed deactivated.
  
  
  
  Reactivate the Superior Node:
  
  If the superior node is deactivated and you need it to be active, you can reactivate it. This is typically done in the same transaction where you checked its status.
  For functional locations, you can use transaction code IL02 to change the status from deactivated to active.
  For equipment, use transaction code IE02.
  
  
  
  Review Dependencies:
  
  Ensure that there are no other dependencies or issues that might be causing the superior node to be deactivated. This could include organizational changes, maintenance plans, or other configurations.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the implications of reactivating a node, consult your organization's documentation or SAP help resources to understand the impact on your processes.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue or if reactivating the node is not an option, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  IL03: Display Functional Location
  IL02: Change Functional Location
  IE03: Display Equipment
  IE02: Change Equipment
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to this error message or provide additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  Review SAP Help documentation for Plant Maintenance or Project System for more detailed information on managing functional locations, equipment, and project structures.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the IH132 error and continue with your operations in SAP.