How To Fix IP121 - Remove functional location before creating an equipment task list

IP121 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IP - Messages for preventive maintenance

• Message number: 121

• Message text: Remove functional location before creating an equipment task list

What causes this issue?

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

System Response

How to fix this error?

Enter only the piece of equipment and then create the equipment task
list.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IP121 - Remove functional location before creating an equipment task list ?

  The SAP error message IP121 ("Remove functional location before creating an equipment task list") typically occurs when you are trying to create a task list for equipment that is associated with a functional location. In SAP, task lists can be created for either functional locations or equipment, but not both simultaneously.
  
  Cause:
  The error arises because the system does not allow the creation of a task list for equipment that is linked to a functional location. This is a design choice in SAP to maintain clarity and avoid confusion in maintenance planning.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to ensure that the equipment you are trying to create a task list for is not associated with any functional location. Here are the steps you can take:
  
  
  Check Equipment Assignment:
  
  Go to the equipment master record (transaction code IE03).
  Check if the equipment is assigned to a functional location.
  
  
  
  Remove Functional Location:
  
  If the equipment is indeed assigned to