How To Fix IM467 - Equipment does not exist at date &1 &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IM - Maintenance notifications

• Message number: 467

• Message text: Equipment does not exist at date &1 &2

What causes this issue?

The equipment is not yet valid on the date at which you want to complete
the PM notification.

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?

By means of the usage time list of the equipment, you can determine the
date from which the equipment is valid.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IM467 - Equipment does not exist at date &1 &2 ?

  The SAP error message IM467 ("Equipment does not exist at date &1 &2") typically occurs when you are trying to perform an operation on equipment that is not valid for the specified date range. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when you are trying to create a maintenance order, perform a transaction, or access equipment data.
  Cause:
  
  Equipment Not Created: The equipment you are trying to access has not been created in the system.
  Date Range Issue: The equipment may have been created, but it is not valid for the specified date. This could be due to the equipment being decommissioned or having a validity period that does not include the date you are trying to use.
  Incorrect Equipment Number: The equipment number entered may be incorrect or mistyped.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the master data or configuration settings related to the equipment.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Equipment Existence: Verify that the equipment number you are using exists in the system. You can do this by using transaction code IE03 (Display Equipment) to check if the equipment is available.
  Validate Dates: Ensure that the date you are using falls within the valid date range for the equipment. You can check the validity dates in the equipment master data.
  Correct Equipment Number: Double-check the equipment number for any typographical errors.
  Review Equipment Status: Check the status of the equipment to ensure it is active and not in a status that would prevent transactions (e.g., inactive, decommissioned).
  Consult with SAP Support: If the issue persists, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  IE03: Display Equipment
  IE02: Change Equipment
  IE01: Create Equipment
  
  
  Master Data: Ensure that the equipment master data is correctly maintained and that all relevant fields are filled out.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any updates or patches that may address this issue.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access and modify equipment data.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.