How To Fix IM009 - No functional location or equipment entered

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IM - Maintenance notifications

• Message number: 009

• Message text: No functional location or equipment entered

What causes this issue?

You did not enter either a functional location or a piece of equipment.

How to fix this error?

If you cannot specify either a functional location or an equipment, then
you have to enter location data so that maintenance be
carried out at the correct location.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IM009 - No functional location or equipment entered ?

  The SAP error message IM009 ("No functional location or equipment entered") typically occurs in the context of maintenance management or asset management when a user attempts to perform an action that requires a functional location or equipment to be specified, but none has been provided.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Data: The most common cause of this error is that the user has not entered a functional location or equipment number in the relevant field.
  Incorrect Transaction: The transaction being executed may require a functional location or equipment, but the user is in a context where these are not applicable or not properly set up.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, users may not have the necessary authorizations to view or select functional locations or equipment.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the system that prevent the proper linking of functional locations or equipment to the relevant transactions.
  
  Solution:
  
  Enter Functional Location or Equipment: Ensure that you enter a valid functional location or equipment number in the required field before executing the transaction.
  Check Transaction Context: Verify that you are in the correct transaction that requires a functional location or equipment. If not, navigate to the appropriate transaction.
  Review Authorizations: Check if you have the necessary authorizations to access the functional locations or equipment. If not, contact your SAP security administrator.
  Data Validation: Ensure that the functional location or equipment you are trying to use exists in the system. You can do this by using transaction codes like IL03 (Display Functional Location) or IE03 (Display Equipment).
  Configuration Check: If the issue persists, consult with your SAP Basis or configuration team to ensure that the system is properly set up to handle functional locations and equipment.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  IL01: Create Functional Location
  IL02: Change Functional Location
  IL03: Display Functional Location
  IE01: Create Equipment
  IE02: Change Equipment
  IE03: Display Equipment
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or user manuals related to the specific module you are working with (e.g., PM - Plant Maintenance, IM - Investment Management).
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the IM009 error and proceed with your tasks in SAP.