How To Fix IM035 - The PM notification refers to equipment &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IM - Maintenance notifications

• Message number: 035

• Message text: The PM notification refers to equipment &

What causes this issue?

The PM notification refers to equipment &V1&, which is not currently
installed at a functional location.
The system availability information, by contrast, refers to a functional
location, not a piece of equipment.

How to fix this error?

Change the availability data in such a way that it refers to the piece
of equipment.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IM035 - The PM notification refers to equipment & ?

  The SAP error message IM035 typically indicates that there is an issue with a Plant Maintenance (PM) notification that refers to a piece of equipment. The message usually states that the equipment referenced in the notification is not valid or does not exist in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Equipment Number: The equipment number referenced in the PM notification may not exist in the system or may have been deleted.
  Incorrect Status: The equipment might be in a status that does not allow it to be referenced in a notification (e.g., it could be marked as inactive).
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data related to the equipment, such as missing or incorrect entries.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access the equipment data.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Equipment Number: Check the equipment number in the PM notification to ensure it is correct. You can do this by navigating to the equipment master data (transaction code IE03).
  Check Equipment Status: Ensure that the equipment is active and in a valid status. If it is inactive, you may need to reactivate it or create a new piece of equipment.
  Review Master Data: Look for any inconsistencies in the equipment master data. Ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly.
  User Authorization: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to view and edit the equipment data. If not, contact your SAP security administrator to grant the required permissions.
  Consult Documentation: If the issue persists, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  IE03: Display Equipment
  IW21: Create PM Notification
  IW22: Change PM Notification
  IW23: Display PM Notification
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Forums: Consider visiting SAP community forums or support sites where similar issues may have been discussed.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the IM035 error message in SAP.