How To Fix IP126 - Maintain either a cycle or an offset

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IP - Messages for preventive maintenance

• Message number: 126

• Message text: Maintain either a cycle or an offset

What causes this issue?

You have tried to create a new <GL:maintenance_cycle>maintenance
cycle</> or have changed an existing maintenance cycle. However, you
have specified neither a cycle duration nor an offset.
The system can only take a maintenance cycle into account during
<GL:scheduling>scheduling</> if you enter either a cycle duration or an
offset.

System Response

INCLUDE 'KEINE-VERARBEITUNG' OBJECT DOKU ID TX LANGUAGE EN

How to fix this error?

If the maintenance cycle is to be repeated at <ZH>regular</> intervals,
enter the cycle duration. If the first time the cycle is due is
different to the cycle duration, enter the offset as well to define the
first time it is to be carried out.
If the maintenance cycle is only to be carried out <ZH>once</>, enter
the offset and the offset short text.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IP126 - Maintain either a cycle or an offset ?

  The SAP error message IP126 ("Maintain either a cycle or an offset") typically occurs in the context of maintenance planning and scheduling within the SAP system, particularly when dealing with maintenance plans and their scheduling parameters.
  Cause:
  This error arises when you are trying to create or modify a maintenance plan that requires either a cycle (a recurring schedule) or an offset (a specific time delay before the next maintenance task) but neither has been defined. The system needs at least one of these parameters to generate maintenance orders or schedules.
  Solution:
  To resolve the IP126 error, you need to ensure that either a cycle or an offset is defined in the maintenance plan. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the Maintenance Plan:
  
  Go to the transaction code IP02 (Change Maintenance Plan) or IP01 (Create Maintenance Plan).
  
  
  
  Select the Maintenance Plan:
  
  Enter the maintenance plan number you want to modify or create.
  
  
  
  Define a Cycle:
  
  In the maintenance plan details, look for the section where you can define the cycle. This is usually under the "Maintenance Item" tab.
  Specify the cycle frequency (e.g., every 30 days, every 6 months, etc.).
  
  
  
  Define an Offset:
  
  If you prefer to use an offset instead of a cycle, you can specify the offset in the same section. This is typically a delay before the next maintenance task is scheduled.
  
  
  
  Save Changes:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, save the maintenance plan.
  
  
  
  Check for Other Errors:
  
  If the error persists, ensure that all other required fields in the maintenance plan are filled out correctly.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Maintenance Plans: These are used in SAP to schedule regular maintenance activities for equipment or functional locations.
  Cycles and Offsets: A cycle defines how often maintenance should occur, while an offset can be used to delay the start of the next maintenance task.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  IP01: Create Maintenance Plan
  IP02: Change Maintenance Plan
  IP03: Display Maintenance Plan
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on maintenance planning and scheduling.
  
  By ensuring that either a cycle or an offset is defined in your maintenance plan, you should be able to resolve the IP126 error and proceed with your maintenance scheduling tasks.