How To Fix IP213 - Maintenance plan & created with maintenance item(s)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IP - Messages for preventive maintenance

• Message number: 213

• Message text: Maintenance plan & created with maintenance item(s)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IP213 - Maintenance plan & created with maintenance item(s) ?

  The SAP error message IP213 typically indicates that there is an issue with a maintenance plan that has been created with maintenance items. This error can occur in the context of SAP Plant Maintenance (PM) when trying to process or manage maintenance plans.
  Cause:
  The error message IP213 usually arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Incomplete Configuration: The maintenance plan may not be fully configured, meaning that it lacks necessary details or settings.
  Missing Maintenance Items: The maintenance plan may reference maintenance items that are not properly defined or are missing.
  Incorrect Status: The maintenance plan or its items may be in a status that does not allow for the intended operation (e.g., inactive or locked).
  Dependencies: There may be dependencies or relationships with other objects that are not satisfied, leading to the error.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the IP213 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Maintenance Plan Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code IP02 (Change Maintenance Plan) and review the configuration of the maintenance plan.
  Ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly.
  
  
  
  Verify Maintenance Items:
  
  Check the associated maintenance items by navigating to the maintenance item details (transaction code IP03).
  Ensure that the maintenance items are correctly defined and active.
  
  
  
  Review Status:
  
  Check the status of the maintenance plan and its items. Make sure they are not set to inactive or locked.
  If necessary, change the status to active.
  
  
  
  Check Dependencies:
  
  Look for any dependencies or relationships with other maintenance plans, items, or objects that may be causing the issue.
  Resolve any conflicts or issues with related objects.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details related to the error message and its context.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the maintenance plan again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as IP01 (Create Maintenance Plan), IP02 (Change Maintenance Plan), IP03 (Display Maintenance Plan), and IP10 (Schedule Maintenance Plan).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to the IP213 error message for additional guidance or patches that may address the issue.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to create or modify maintenance plans and items.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.