How To Fix IL138 - Functional location address not maintained

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IL - PM: ILOM - Functional Locations

• Message number: 138

• Message text: Functional location address not maintained

What causes this issue?

You are trying to display the address data for the
<GL:functional_location>functional location</>. No address data has as
yet been maintained for this functional location.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Maintain the address data in change mode if necessary.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IL138 - Functional location address not maintained ?

  The SAP error message IL138, which states "Functional location address not maintained," typically occurs when you are trying to perform an operation related to a functional location, but the address details for that functional location have not been properly maintained in the system.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the address information for the functional location is missing or incomplete. This can happen if:
  
  The functional location was created without entering the address details.
  The address data was deleted or not updated correctly.
  There is a configuration issue in the system that prevents the address from being displayed or maintained.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the IL138 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Functional Location Data:
  
  Go to the transaction code IL03 (Display Functional Location) and enter the functional location number that is causing the error.
  Check if the address details are filled in the "Address" tab. If not, you will need to maintain the address.
  
  
  
  Maintain Address:
  
  If the address is missing, you can maintain it by using transaction code IL02 (Change Functional Location).
  Enter the functional location number and navigate to the "Address" tab.
  Fill in the required address fields (e.g., street, city, postal code, country) and save your changes.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  If the address fields are not available or editable, you may need to check the configuration settings in the SAP system. This may require assistance from your SAP Basis or configuration team.
  
  
  
  Authorization:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and edit functional location data. Lack of proper authorization can sometimes lead to issues in maintaining data.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After maintaining the address, try to perform the operation again that initially triggered the error to confirm that the issue has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Functional Locations: In SAP, functional locations are used to represent the physical locations where maintenance activities are performed. Each functional location can have associated equipment, maintenance plans, and work orders.
  Address Maintenance: Proper address maintenance is crucial for various processes, including notifications, work orders, and reporting.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  IL01: Create Functional Location
  IL02: Change Functional Location
  IL03: Display Functional Location
  
  
  SAP Notes: If the issue persists or if you encounter additional errors, consider checking SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to functional location management.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the IL138 error and maintain the necessary address information for your functional locations in SAP.